CPT code 35341 denotes removal of thrombus and plaque from a mesenteric, celiac, or renal artery and represents an acute vascular intervention for visceral or renal arterial occlusive disease. This code is used for procedures that restore perfusion to mesenteric, celiac, or renal territories and can be performed via open surgical or endovascular approaches in hospital-based settings. Nationally, the code is relevant for management of acute mesenteric ischemia, renal artery thrombosis, and atherosclerotic disease causing organ ischemia; timely and appropriate coding affects claims processing and clinical reporting.

Key payers discussed include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. The analysis addresses coding context, site-of-service implications, and common billing patterns observed across these payers. Data not available in the input is explicitly omitted where applicable.

Readers will learn the clinical scope of CPT code 35341, expected service setting, and the high-level policy and billing considerations that influence reimbursement and utilization tracking. The publication provides benchmarks, coding guidance context, and notes on payer coverage trends and prior authorization patterns where publicly reported. It is written for national audiences involved in vascular surgery, interventional radiology, hospital billing, and payer policy.