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 RVU | 5.41 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 2.84 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.29 |
| Total RVU | 9.54 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$318.64
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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