33620 Apply right and left pulmonary artery bands
Also known as: pulmonary artery banding, PA banding, bilateral PA banding
Surgical application of restrictive bands around the right and left pulmonary arteries to control pulmonary blood flow.
Clinical Context
Performed as a palliative procedure in neonates/infants with excessive pulmonary blood flow (e.g., truncus arteriosus, large VSD); reduces right ventricular volume overload pending definitive repair.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 29.25 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.40 |
| Malpractice RVU | 7.38 |
| Total RVU | 46.03 |
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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