33611 Repair double ventricle
Also known as: DORV repair, double outlet right ventricle repair, intraventricular tunnel
Surgical repair of double-outlet right ventricle (DORV) through intraventricular tunneling or rerouting of blood flow.
In Plain Language
fixing abnormal heart structure where vessels start in wrong place
Clinical Context
Indicated for double-outlet right ventricle suitable for biventricular repair; achieves separation of systemic and pulmonary circulations through intraventricular tunnel creation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 34.68 |
| Total RVU | 34.68 |
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 34.68, this code ranks in the 95th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33611?
CPT 33611 (Repair double ventricle) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair of double-outlet right ventricle (DORV) through intraventricular tunneling or rerouting of blood flow.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33611?
The work RVU for CPT 33611 is 34.68. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Congenital Cardiology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33611 used?
Indicated for double-outlet right ventricle suitable for biventricular repair; achieves separation of systemic and pulmonary circulations through intraventricular tunnel creation.
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