33250 Ablate heart dysrhythm focus
Also known as: surgical ablation, arrhythmia ablation, single focus ablation
Ablation of a single arrhythmia focus within the heart via surgical approach, without cardiopulmonary bypass, treating dysrhythmias at their origin point.
In Plain Language
burning abnormal heart rhythm area; surgically destroying abnormal electrical pathway
Clinical Context
Used for patients with identifiable single arrhythmia focus who fail or decline catheter ablation; commonly for atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, or ventricular tachycardia.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 25.25 |
| Total RVU | 25.25 |
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. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 25.25, this code ranks in the 89th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33250?
CPT 33250 (Ablate heart dysrhythm focus) is a Surgery code. Ablation of a single arrhythmia focus within the heart via surgical approach, without cardiopulmonary bypass, treating dysrhythmias at their origin point.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33250?
The work RVU for CPT 33250 is 25.25. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Electrophysiology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33250 used?
Used for patients with identifiable single arrhythmia focus who fail or decline catheter ablation; commonly for atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, or ventricular tachycardia.
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