33207 Insert heart pm ventricular
Also known as: ventricular lead insertion, right ventricular lead, V lead pacemaker, pacemaker insertion ventricular
Insertion of single ventricular electrode/lead for pacemaker or sensing function. Transvenous placement of ventricular lead.
In Plain Language
placing pacemaker wire in lower heart chamber
Clinical Context
Used for ventricular pacing in heart block or bradycardia. Essential for single-chamber ventricular pacemakers or as part of dual-chamber systems.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.61 |
| Total RVU | 7.61 |
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 7.61, this code ranks in the 48th 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 33207?
CPT 33207 (Insert heart pm ventricular) is a Surgery code. Insertion of single ventricular electrode/lead for pacemaker or sensing function. Transvenous placement of ventricular lead.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33207?
The work RVU for CPT 33207 is 7.61. This code is primarily used by Cardiology, Arrhythmia Specialists, Cardiac Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33207 used?
Used for ventricular pacing in heart block or bradycardia. Essential for single-chamber ventricular pacemakers or as part of dual-chamber systems.
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