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33213 Insert pulse gen dual leads

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: dual-chamber pacemaker insertion, pulse generator dual lead, DDD pacemaker

Insertion of pacemaker pulse generator with dual transvenous leads. Placement of dual-chamber pacemaker device.

Clinical Context

Used for bradycardia with atrioventricular block or sinus node dysfunction. Dual-chamber pacing improves hemodynamics and exercise tolerance.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU5.15
Practice Expense RVU2.72
Malpractice RVU1.22
Total RVU9.09

Est. Medicare Payment

$303.61

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

CardiologyArrhythmia Specialists

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.