33677 Cl mult vsd with rem pul band
Also known as: VSD closure with band removal, multiple VSD band removal, completion repair after banding
Surgical closure of multiple ventricular septal defects with removal of a previously placed pulmonary artery band.
In Plain Language
closing holes and removing band from lung artery
Clinical Context
Performed as completion procedure following initial pulmonary artery banding; combines definitive VSD closure with band removal for complete hemodynamic correction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 37.49 |
| Total RVU | 37.49 |
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 37.49, this code ranks in the 96th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33677?
CPT 33677 (Cl mult vsd with rem pul band) is a Surgery code. Surgical closure of multiple ventricular septal defects with removal of a previously placed pulmonary artery band.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33677?
The work RVU for CPT 33677 is 37.49. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Congenital Cardiology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33677 used?
Performed as completion procedure following initial pulmonary artery banding; combines definitive VSD closure with band removal for complete hemodynamic correction.
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