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33231 insertion pulse gen with mult leads

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: biventricular pacemaker insertion, CRT-P implantation, multi-chamber generator

Insertion of pulse generator for multi-chamber (three or more leads) pacemaker system. Comprehensive biventricular pacemaker implantation.

Clinical Context

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

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU6.18
Practice Expense RVU3.00
Malpractice RVU1.45
Total RVU10.63

Est. Medicare Payment

$355.04

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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