33545 Repair of heart damage
Also known as: ventricular repair, myocardial repair, wall repair
Surgical repair of significant myocardial damage or extensive ventricular wall injury, restoring structural integrity and function.
Clinical Context
Indicated for traumatic ventricular injuries, post-infarction rupture, or severe structural defects; requires careful reconstruction to restore hemodynamic function.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 55.63 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 16.88 |
| Malpractice RVU | 13.36 |
| Total RVU | 85.87 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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