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We coded 35355 and 35302 for this case. Is this correct "Thromboendarterectomy of bilateral EIA/CFA/SFA/profunda femoris artery was performed in standard fashion. After adequate endarterectomy was performed, the arteriotomy was repaired using bovine pericardial patch with running 6-0 Prolene sutures. Before the completion of the repair, the arteries were allowed to forward bleed and back bleed. After the completion of the repair, we noted flow in the bilateral iliac system and femorals artery system. Satisfied with the results, heparin was reversed. After adequate hemostasis was achieved, all three incisions were closed in layers using 2-0 vicryl and 3-0 vicryl. Bilateral groin incision skin was closed using skin staples."