33519 Cabg artery-vein three
Also known as: triple arterial-vein CABG, three arterial one vein bypass, mostly arterial CABG
Surgical placement of three arterial and one venous coronary artery bypass graft, emphasizing arterial conduit utilization with minimal venous supplementation.
In Plain Language
three artery grafts and one vein graft
Clinical Context
Utilized when predominantly arterial grafting strategy with selective venous conduit is optimal; associated with improved long-term graft patency and freedom from reintervention.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.23 |
| Total RVU | 10.23 |
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 10.23, this code ranks in the 60th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33519?
CPT 33519 (Cabg artery-vein three) is a Surgery code. Surgical placement of three arterial and one venous coronary artery bypass graft, emphasizing arterial conduit utilization with minimal venous supplementation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33519?
The work RVU for CPT 33519 is 10.23. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Thoracic Surgery.
When is CPT 33519 used?
Utilized when predominantly arterial grafting strategy with selective venous conduit is optimal; associated with improved long-term graft patency and freedom from reintervention.
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