33305 Repair of heart wound
Also known as: complex cardiac wound repair, heart wound repair with bypass
Repair of traumatic heart or pericardial wound with cardiopulmonary bypass, providing circulatory support for complex repairs.
In Plain Language
stitching heart wound with heart-lung machine support
Clinical Context
Used for extensive cardiac injuries or when bypass is needed for hemodynamic stability.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 75.01 |
| Total RVU | 75.01 |
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 75.01, this code ranks in the 100th percentile among Surgery codes — 9.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33305?
CPT 33305 (Repair of heart wound) is a Surgery code. Repair of traumatic heart or pericardial wound with cardiopulmonary bypass, providing circulatory support for complex repairs.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33305?
The work RVU for CPT 33305 is 75.01. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Trauma Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33305 used?
Used for extensive cardiac injuries or when bypass is needed for hemodynamic stability.
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