33225 L ventric pacing lead add-on
Also known as: LV lead insertion, left ventricular lead, biventricular add-on
Left ventricular transvenous pacing lead insertion. Add-on procedure placing lead in left ventricle for cardiac resynchronization therapy.
In Plain Language
adding left heart chamber wire for synchronization
Clinical Context
Used to add left ventricular pacing to existing single or dual-chamber systems for cardiac resynchronization therapy in heart failure.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.12 |
| Total RVU | 8.12 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 8.12, this code ranks in the 51st percentile among Surgery codes — 1.0x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33225?
CPT 33225 (L ventric pacing lead add-on) is a Surgery code. Left ventricular transvenous pacing lead insertion. Add-on procedure placing lead in left ventricle for cardiac resynchronization therapy.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33225?
The work RVU for CPT 33225 is 8.12. This code is primarily used by Cardiology, Heart Failure Specialists.
When is CPT 33225 used?
Used to add left ventricular pacing to existing single or dual-chamber systems for cardiac resynchronization therapy in heart failure.
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