33254 Ablate atria lmtd
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.
In Plain Language
burning specific area of right/left atrium; limited ablation in the upper heart chambers
Clinical Context
Typical approach for atrial flutter or localized atrial fibrillation when cardiopulmonary bypass is not required.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 23.12 |
| Total RVU | 23.12 |
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. 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 23.12, this code ranks in the 87th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.9x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33254?
CPT 33254 (Ablate atria lmtd) is a Surgery code. Ablation of a limited atrial area or arrhythmia region without requiring cardiopulmonary bypass, treating atrial dysrhythmias by ablating specific tissue regions.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33254?
The work RVU for CPT 33254 is 23.12. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Electrophysiology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33254 used?
Typical approach for atrial flutter or localized atrial fibrillation when cardiopulmonary bypass is not required.
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