33425 Repair of mitral valve
Also known as: mitral valve repair, commissurotomy, MVP
Repair of mitral valve via open surgical approach including commissurotomy and/or leaflet repair.
In Plain Language
surgically fixing mitral valve
Clinical Context
Most common approach for mitral regurgitation when valve can be preserved.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 48.71 |
| Total RVU | 48.71 |
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 48.71, this code ranks in the 99th percentile among Surgery codes — 6.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33425?
CPT 33425 (Repair of mitral valve) is a Surgery code. Repair of mitral valve via open surgical approach including commissurotomy and/or leaflet repair.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33425?
The work RVU for CPT 33425 is 48.71. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33425 used?
Most common approach for mitral regurgitation when valve can be preserved.
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