33610 Repair by enlargement
Also known as: cardiac enlargement, patch augmentation, tissue augmentation
Surgical repair of a congenital cardiac anomaly by enlargement of a deficient structure using tissue augmentation.
In Plain Language
enlarging part of heart to fix defect
Clinical Context
Performed for stenotic valves or restrictive pathways requiring enlargement; accomplished with tissue patches (pericardium, homograft material) to increase valve or vessel diameter.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 30.62 |
| Total RVU | 30.62 |
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. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 30.62, this code ranks in the 93rd percentile among Surgery codes — 3.8x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33610?
CPT 33610 (Repair by enlargement) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair of a congenital cardiac anomaly by enlargement of a deficient structure using tissue augmentation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33610?
The work RVU for CPT 33610 is 30.62. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Congenital Cardiology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33610 used?
Performed for stenotic valves or restrictive pathways requiring enlargement; accomplished with tissue patches (pericardium, homograft material) to increase valve or vessel diameter.
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