33416 Revise ventricle muscle
Also known as: ventricular septal myotomy, LV muscle revision
Revision of ventricular septum or left ventricular muscle in context of aortic valve disease or septal obstruction.
In Plain Language
surgically altering heart chamber wall
Clinical Context
Used for left ventricular outflow tract obstruction or hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 35.65 |
| Total RVU | 35.65 |
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 35.65, this code ranks in the 96th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.5x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33416?
CPT 33416 (Revise ventricle muscle) is a Surgery code. Revision of ventricular septum or left ventricular muscle in context of aortic valve disease or septal obstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33416?
The work RVU for CPT 33416 is 35.65. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33416 used?
Used for left ventricular outflow tract obstruction or hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
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