33523 Cabg art-vein six or more
Also known as: extensive arterial CABG, six or more arterial-vein bypass, all arterial CABG
Surgical placement of six or more arterial and one venous coronary artery bypass graft, representing near-complete arterial revascularization with minimal venous supplementation.
In Plain Language
six or more artery grafts and one vein graft
Clinical Context
Employed in specialized centers with expertise in multiple arterial conduit harvesting; provides optimal long-term patency and lowest rates of reintervention.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 15.68 |
| Total RVU | 15.68 |
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 15.68, this code ranks in the 74th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.0x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33523?
CPT 33523 (Cabg art-vein six or more) is a Surgery code. Surgical placement of six or more arterial and one venous coronary artery bypass graft, representing near-complete arterial revascularization with minimal venous supplementation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33523?
The work RVU for CPT 33523 is 15.68. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Thoracic Surgery.
When is CPT 33523 used?
Employed in specialized centers with expertise in multiple arterial conduit harvesting; provides optimal long-term patency and lowest rates of reintervention.
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