33224 Insert pacing lead & connect
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: add pacing lead to ICD, ICD pacing lead addition, single-lead addition
Insertion of single transvenous pacing lead and connection to existing defibrillator pulse generator. Addition of pacing lead to existing ICD.
Clinical Context
Used to convert ICD to ICD-pacemaker (CRT-D or DDD) for patients developing bradycardia or requiring synchronized pacing.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.81 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 2.33 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.08 |
| Total RVU | 13.22 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$441.55
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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