33518 Cabg artery-vein two
Also known as: dual arterial-vein CABG, two arterial one vein bypass, mixed conduit CABG
Surgical placement of two arterial and one venous coronary artery bypass graft, combining multiple arterial conduits with venous backup.
In Plain Language
two artery grafts and one vein graft
Clinical Context
Employed when multiple arterial grafts are strategically used with venous supplementation; provides excellent long-term patency with versatile revascularization options.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.73 |
| Total RVU | 7.73 |
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 7.73, this code ranks in the 49th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33518?
CPT 33518 (Cabg artery-vein two) is a Surgery code. Surgical placement of two arterial and one venous coronary artery bypass graft, combining multiple arterial conduits with venous backup.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33518?
The work RVU for CPT 33518 is 7.73. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Thoracic Surgery.
When is CPT 33518 used?
Employed when multiple arterial grafts are strategically used with venous supplementation; provides excellent long-term patency with versatile revascularization options.
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