33390 Valvuloplasty aortic valve
Also known as: aortic valve repair, valve plasty, commissurotomy
Reconstruction of aortic valve by repair of commissures or cusps without replacement, restoring valve function.
In Plain Language
repairing the aortic valve without replacing it
Clinical Context
Used for aortic regurgitation when valve can be preserved through repair.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 34.13 |
| Total RVU | 34.13 |
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 34.13, this code ranks in the 95th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33390?
CPT 33390 (Valvuloplasty aortic valve) is a Surgery code. Reconstruction of aortic valve by repair of commissures or cusps without replacement, restoring valve function.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33390?
The work RVU for CPT 33390 is 34.13. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33390 used?
Used for aortic regurgitation when valve can be preserved through repair.
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