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33254 Ablate atria lmtd

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: limited atrial ablation, atrial ablation without bypass, regional atrial ablation

Ablation of a limited atrial area or arrhythmia region without requiring cardiopulmonary bypass, treating atrial dysrhythmias by ablating specific tissue regions.

Clinical Context

Typical approach for atrial flutter or localized atrial fibrillation when cardiopulmonary bypass is not required.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU23.12
Practice Expense RVU9.92
Malpractice RVU5.68
Total RVU38.72

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,293.25

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Cardiac SurgeryCardiothoracic SurgeryElectrophysiology

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.