33476 Revision of heart chamber
Also known as: ventricular remodeling, chamber revision
Revision of cardiac chamber or ventricular chamber structure, including remodeling or reconstruction.
In Plain Language
surgically reshaping heart chamber
Clinical Context
Used for left ventricular remodeling in dilated cardiomyopathy or ischemic disease.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 25.91 |
| Total RVU | 25.91 |
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 25.91, this code ranks in the 90th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33476?
CPT 33476 (Revision of heart chamber) is a Surgery code. Revision of cardiac chamber or ventricular chamber structure, including remodeling or reconstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33476?
The work RVU for CPT 33476 is 25.91. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33476 used?
Used for left ventricular remodeling in dilated cardiomyopathy or ischemic disease.
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