33206 Insert heart pm atrial
Also known as: atrial lead insertion, right atrial lead placement, A lead pacemaker, pacemaker insertion atrial
Insertion of single atrial electrode/lead for pacemaker or sensing function. Transvenous placement of atrial lead.
In Plain Language
placing pacemaker wire in right upper heart chamber
Clinical Context
Used for atrial pacing in bradycardia, sinus node dysfunction, or as part of dual-chamber pacemaker insertion. Critical for maintaining atrioventricular synchrony.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.96 |
| Total RVU | 6.96 |
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 6.96, this code ranks in the 45th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33206?
CPT 33206 (Insert heart pm atrial) is a Surgery code. Insertion of single atrial electrode/lead for pacemaker or sensing function. Transvenous placement of atrial lead.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33206?
The work RVU for CPT 33206 is 6.96. This code is primarily used by Cardiology, Arrhythmia Specialists, Cardiac Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33206 used?
Used for atrial pacing in bradycardia, sinus node dysfunction, or as part of dual-chamber pacemaker insertion. Critical for maintaining atrioventricular synchrony.
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