33517 Cabg artery-vein single
Also known as: single arterial-vein CABG, arterial-vein hybrid bypass, single mixed graft CABG
Surgical placement of one arterial and one venous coronary artery bypass graft, combining two conduit types for single combined revascularization.
In Plain Language
one artery graft and one vein graft
Clinical Context
Used when combining arterial (typically internal mammary or radial) with venous conduit is beneficial; arterial grafts provide superior long-term patency.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.52 |
| Total RVU | 3.52 |
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 3.52, this code ranks in the 25th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33517?
CPT 33517 (Cabg artery-vein single) is a Surgery code. Surgical placement of one arterial and one venous coronary artery bypass graft, combining two conduit types for single combined revascularization.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33517?
The work RVU for CPT 33517 is 3.52. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Thoracic Surgery.
When is CPT 33517 used?
Used when combining arterial (typically internal mammary or radial) with venous conduit is beneficial; arterial grafts provide superior long-term patency.
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