33426 Repair of mitral valve
Also known as: mitral valve repair with subvalvular tissue repair, mitral valve repair
Repair of mitral valve with papillary muscle or subvalvular apparatus reconstruction.
In Plain Language
surgically repairing mitral valve and supporting structures
Clinical Context
Used when mitral regurgitation includes papillary muscle or chordal pathology.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 42.20 |
| Total RVU | 42.20 |
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 42.20, this code ranks in the 98th percentile among Surgery codes — 5.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33426?
CPT 33426 (Repair of mitral valve) is a Surgery code. Repair of mitral valve with papillary muscle or subvalvular apparatus reconstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33426?
The work RVU for CPT 33426 is 42.20. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33426 used?
Used when mitral regurgitation includes papillary muscle or chordal pathology.
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