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33533 Cabg arterial single

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: single arterial CABG, single LIMA bypass, single arterial graft, CABG single arterial graft, single bypass, CABG x1

Surgical placement of a single coronary artery bypass graft using internal mammary artery or other arterial conduit, providing superior long-term patency.

Clinical Context

Preferred approach for left anterior descending coronary stenosis using left internal mammary artery due to excellent 10-year patency rates exceeding 90% and improved long-term outcomes.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU32.91
Practice Expense RVU11.59
Malpractice RVU8.13
Total RVU52.63

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,757.84

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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