33675 Close mult vsd
Also known as: multiple VSD closure, swiss cheese VSD repair, multiple defect closure
Surgical closure of multiple ventricular septal defects without additional tissue resection.
In Plain Language
closing multiple holes in lower heart chamber
Clinical Context
Performed for multiple muscular VSDs (swiss cheese ventricle); achieves complete shunt closure through targeted patch placement or direct suturing.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 35.05 |
| Total RVU | 35.05 |
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 35.05, this code ranks in the 95th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33675?
CPT 33675 (Close mult vsd) is a Surgery code. Surgical closure of multiple ventricular septal defects without additional tissue resection.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33675?
The work RVU for CPT 33675 is 35.05. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Congenital Cardiology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33675 used?
Performed for multiple muscular VSDs (swiss cheese ventricle); achieves complete shunt closure through targeted patch placement or direct suturing.
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