33684 Closure 1 vsd with wo patch with vlvt
Also known as: VSD closure with valve repair, VSD closure with valve surgery, VSD with valvuloplasty
Surgical closure of a single ventricular septal defect with associated valve repair or replacement.
In Plain Language
closing hole and fixing heart valve
Clinical Context
Utilized when isolated VSD closure requires simultaneous valve intervention for aortic or tricuspid regurgitation; addresses both structural and functional pathology.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 33.51 |
| Total RVU | 33.51 |
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 33.51, this code ranks in the 95th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33684?
CPT 33684 (Closure 1 vsd with wo patch with vlvt) is a Surgery code. Surgical closure of a single ventricular septal defect with associated valve repair or replacement.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33684?
The work RVU for CPT 33684 is 33.51. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Congenital Cardiology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33684 used?
Utilized when isolated VSD closure requires simultaneous valve intervention for aortic or tricuspid regurgitation; addresses both structural and functional pathology.
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