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33606 Anastomosis/artery-aorta

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: coronary anastomosis, arterial anastomosis, coronary-aorta connection

Surgical creation of an anastomosis (connection) between a coronary artery and the aorta, typically for anomalous coronary origin repair.

Clinical Context

Performed to establish a normal coronary arterial origin by creating a direct anastomosis to the aorta; primary correction for anomalous coronary artery origin.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU30.74
Practice Expense RVU11.74
Malpractice RVU7.74
Total RVU50.22

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,677.35

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

Specialties

Cardiac SurgeryCongenital Cardiology

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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.