33120 excision intracardiac tumor resc with card byp
Also known as: intracardiac tumor excision, cardiac tumor removal with bypass, endocardial tumor resection
Excision of intracardiac tumor with cardiac bypass (cardiopulmonary bypass). Removal of tumor from within the heart chambers or septum.
In Plain Language
surgery to remove tumor from inside the heart
Clinical Context
Used for atrial or ventricular tumors (myxomas, sarcomas) requiring extracorporeal support for adequate exposure and hemostasis while maintaining circulation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 37.49 |
| Total RVU | 37.49 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 37.49, this code ranks in the 96th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33120?
CPT 33120 (excision intracardiac tumor resc with card byp) is a Surgery code. Excision of intracardiac tumor with cardiac bypass (cardiopulmonary bypass). Removal of tumor from within the heart chambers or septum.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33120?
The work RVU for CPT 33120 is 37.49. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33120 used?
Used for atrial or ventricular tumors (myxomas, sarcomas) requiring extracorporeal support for adequate exposure and hemostasis while maintaining circulation.
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