33475 Replacement pulmonary valve
Also known as: pulmonary valve replacement, PV replacement
Replacement of pulmonary valve via open surgical approach with prosthetic valve.
In Plain Language
surgically replacing pulmonary valve
Clinical Context
Used for severe pulmonary valve disease in congenital or acquired conditions.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 41.34 |
| Total RVU | 41.34 |
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 41.34, this code ranks in the 97th percentile among Surgery codes — 5.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33475?
CPT 33475 (Replacement pulmonary valve) is a Surgery code. Replacement of pulmonary valve via open surgical approach with prosthetic valve.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33475?
The work RVU for CPT 33475 is 41.34. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33475 used?
Used for severe pulmonary valve disease in congenital or acquired conditions.
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