33496 Repair prosthesis valve clot
Also known as: prosthetic valve clot removal, valve thrombectomy, clotted valve repair
Surgical repair or replacement of a prosthetic heart valve that has developed thrombosis (blood clot), restoring normal valvular function.
Clinical Context
Performed when a prosthetic heart valve becomes obstructed by thrombus, typically manifesting as acute hemodynamic compromise or echocardiographic evidence of reduced valve motion in patients at risk for thromboembolism.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 29.09 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 11.43 |
| Malpractice RVU | 6.98 |
| Total RVU | 47.50 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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