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33300 Repair of heart wound

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: cardiac laceration repair, heart wound repair, cardiac injury repair

Repair of a traumatic wound or laceration of the heart and/or pericardium, including closure and hemostasis.

Clinical Context

Emergency procedure for cardiac trauma, penetrating injuries, or iatrogenic injuries during cardiac procedures.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU43.85
Practice Expense RVU13.23
Malpractice RVU10.85
Total RVU67.93

Est. Medicare Payment

$2,268.86

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Cardiac SurgeryTrauma SurgeryCardiothoracic Surgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.