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CPT 35207: Vessel Repair/Ligation, Hand or Finger
CPT code 35207 represents a focused operative vascular procedure on a vessel of the hand or finger, involving incision, hemorrhage control, and vessel closure. This procedure is clinically important for treating traumatic or iatrogenic vascular injuries in the distal upper extremity and has implications for surgical workflow, facility utilization, and payer coverage policies nationwide. Key payers discussed include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find a concise overview of the clinical context for CPT code 35207, typical sites of service, and payer coverage considerations. The publication summarizes common billing modifiers associated with this code, outlines expected service line and facility settings, and highlights where data is not available in the input. It also provides benchmarks and policy-relevant points that payers and provider billing teams commonly monitor, such as operative setting distinctions and documentation elements that support medical necessity. The content is intended for a national audience of clinicians, coding professionals, and policy analysts seeking a clear reference on the code’s clinical meaning, service implications, and the payers typically involved in reimbursement and coverage decisions.
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Billing Code Overview
CPT code 35207 describes a surgical procedure in which the provider makes an incision over an affected vessel in the hand or finger, controls bleeding in the vessel, and closes the vessel. This procedure is a vessel repair/ligation in the hand or finger.
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Service type: Operative vascular procedure of the hand/finger
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Typical site of service: Ambulatory surgical center or hospital operating room, depending on clinical complexity and patient factors
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