33218 Repair lead pace-defib one
Also known as: lead repair, single lead repair, conductor repair
Repair of single transvenous pacemaker or defibrillator lead, addressing insulation defects, fractures, or poor electrical function.
Clinical Context
Used to address lead failures without requiring complete lead extraction. Repair may involve sealing defects or repositioning without device explantation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.67 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.43 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.33 |
| Total RVU | 10.43 |
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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