33612 Repair double ventricle
Also known as: Rastelli procedure, DORV arterial switch, complex DORV repair
Surgical repair of double-outlet right ventricle with arterial switch (Rastelli procedure) or additional major reconstruction.
In Plain Language
major surgery to rearrange heart arteries
Clinical Context
Employed for double-outlet right ventricle when arterial switch is indicated; combines intraventricular tunnel with conduit placement from left ventricle to pulmonary artery.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 35.66 |
| Total RVU | 35.66 |
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 35.66, this code ranks in the 96th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.5x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33612?
CPT 33612 (Repair double ventricle) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair of double-outlet right ventricle with arterial switch (Rastelli procedure) or additional major reconstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33612?
The work RVU for CPT 33612 is 35.66. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Congenital Cardiology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33612 used?
Employed for double-outlet right ventricle when arterial switch is indicated; combines intraventricular tunnel with conduit placement from left ventricle to pulmonary artery.
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