33265 Ablate atria lmtd endoscopic
Also known as: endoscopic atrial ablation, minimally invasive atrial ablation
Ablation of limited atrial area via endoscopic approach, allowing minimally invasive surgical visualization and ablation of specific atrial regions.
In Plain Language
using camera to burn limited atrial tissue
Clinical Context
Emerging technique for limited atrial ablation with reduced invasiveness compared to open surgery.
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 33265?
CPT 33265 (Ablate atria lmtd endoscopic) is a Surgery code. Ablation of limited atrial area via endoscopic approach, allowing minimally invasive surgical visualization and ablation of specific atrial regions.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33265?
The work RVU for CPT 33265 is 23.12. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33265 used?
Emerging technique for limited atrial ablation with reduced invasiveness compared to open surgery.
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