33267 Excl laa open any method
Also known as: left atrial appendage exclusion, LAA closure surgery, open LAA exclusion
Exclusion of the left atrial appendage via open surgical approach using any exclusion method, preventing thrombus formation in atrial fibrillation.
Clinical Context
Performed in atrial fibrillation patients to reduce stroke risk by preventing thrombus formation in the left atrial appendage.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 18.04 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.13 |
| Malpractice RVU | 4.43 |
| Total RVU | 29.60 |
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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