33508 Endoscopic vein harvest
Also known as: endoscopic vein harvest, EVH, minimally invasive vein harvest
Minimally invasive harvest of a saphenous vein graft conduit using an endoscopic approach, reducing wound morbidity compared to open vein harvesting.
In Plain Language
removing vein for bypass using small incision camera
Clinical Context
Increasingly preferred technique for saphenous vein harvest in CABG patients, reducing leg morbidity (wound infections, seroma, sensory disturbance) while preserving graft quality.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.30 |
| Total RVU | 0.30 |
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. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.30, this code ranks in the 0th percentile among Surgery codes — 26.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33508?
CPT 33508 (Endoscopic vein harvest) is a Surgery code. Minimally invasive harvest of a saphenous vein graft conduit using an endoscopic approach, reducing wound morbidity compared to open vein harvesting.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33508?
The work RVU for CPT 33508 is 0.30. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Vascular Surgery.
When is CPT 33508 used?
Increasingly preferred technique for saphenous vein harvest in CABG patients, reducing leg morbidity (wound infections, seroma, sensory disturbance) while preserving graft quality.
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