33269 Excl laa thrscp any method
Also known as: thoracoscopic LAA exclusion, VATS LAA closure, minimally invasive LAA exclusion
Exclusion of the left atrial appendage via thoracoscopic approach, minimally invasive method using a small camera for visual guidance.
In Plain Language
camera-guided removal of heart pouch through small incisions
Clinical Context
Emerging minimally invasive alternative to open LAA exclusion in atrial fibrillation patients requiring stroke risk reduction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.95 |
| Total RVU | 13.95 |
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 13.95, this code ranks in the 70th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33269?
CPT 33269 (Excl laa thrscp any method) is a Surgery code. Exclusion of the left atrial appendage via thoracoscopic approach, minimally invasive method using a small camera for visual guidance.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33269?
The work RVU for CPT 33269 is 13.95. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33269 used?
Emerging minimally invasive alternative to open LAA exclusion in atrial fibrillation patients requiring stroke risk reduction.
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