33018 Prcrd drainage 0-5yr or with anomly
Also known as: pericardial drain pediatric, pericardial drainage congenital, infant pericardiocentesis
Percutaneous pericardial drainage in patients age 0-5 years or patients with congenital cardiac anomaly. Modified approach for pediatric or complex cases.
Clinical Context
Used for pericardial effusion management in infants, young children, or those with congenital heart disease requiring special technical considerations.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.27 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.99 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.27 |
| Total RVU | 7.53 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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