33440 replacement a-valve tlcj autol pv
Also known as: transcatheter mitral valve replacement, TMVR
Replacement of mitral valve with autologous pericardial valve via transcatheter aortic-mitral position approach.
In Plain Language
replacing mitral valve with catheter using own tissue
Clinical Context
Emerging minimally invasive option for mitral valve replacement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 62.40 |
| Total RVU | 62.40 |
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 62.40, this code ranks in the 100th percentile among Surgery codes — 7.8x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33440?
CPT 33440 (replacement a-valve tlcj autol pv) is a Surgery code. Replacement of mitral valve with autologous pericardial valve via transcatheter aortic-mitral position approach.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33440?
The work RVU for CPT 33440 is 62.40. This code is primarily used by Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33440 used?
Emerging minimally invasive option for mitral valve replacement.
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