33256 Ablate atria with bypass exten
Also known as: atrial ablation with bypass, extensive atrial ablation with CPB, MAZE procedure
Ablation of atrial dysrhythmia substrate with cardiopulmonary bypass extension, providing heart-lung machine support for extensive atrial ablation procedures.
Clinical Context
Used for extensive ablation patterns including MAZE procedure for atrial fibrillation; requires bypass support for hemodynamic stability.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 34.03 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 12.52 |
| Malpractice RVU | 8.15 |
| Total RVU | 54.70 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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