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33221 Insert pulse gen mult leads

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: biventricular pacemaker, CRT-P device, three-lead generator

Insertion of pacemaker pulse generator with three or more transvenous leads. Placement of multi-chamber pacemaker system.

Clinical Context

Used for heart failure with reduced ejection fraction and ventricular dyssynchrony. Cardiac resynchronization therapy improves symptoms and survival.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU5.41
Practice Expense RVU2.84
Malpractice RVU1.29
Total RVU9.54

Est. Medicare Payment

$318.64

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

Specialties

CardiologyHeart Failure 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.