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33530 Coronary artery bypass/reop

Surgery

Also known as: redo CABG, repeat bypass, re-operative CABG

Surgical coronary artery bypass graft performed as a reoperation or revision surgery, addressing graft patency loss or new stenoses in previously revascularized vessels.

Clinical Context

Indicated when previous CABG grafts have failed or new stenoses develop; associated with increased operative risk, longer operative time, and requires careful conduit selection and planning.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU9.88
Practice Expense RVU1.99
Malpractice RVU2.42
Total RVU14.29

Est. Medicare Payment

$477.29

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Cardiac SurgeryThoracic Surgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.