33690 Banding pulmonary artery
Also known as: pulmonary artery banding, PA banding, single PA band
Surgical application of a restrictive band around the pulmonary artery to limit excessive pulmonary blood flow.
In Plain Language
placing band around lung artery
Clinical Context
Palliative procedure for lesions with excessive pulmonary blood flow (e.g., large VSD, truncus arteriosus); reduces RV volume overload pending definitive repair.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 19.85 |
| Total RVU | 19.85 |
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 19.85, this code ranks in the 82nd percentile among Surgery codes — 2.5x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33690?
CPT 33690 (Banding pulmonary artery) is a Surgery code. Surgical application of a restrictive band around the pulmonary artery to limit excessive pulmonary blood flow.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33690?
The work RVU for CPT 33690 is 19.85. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Congenital Cardiology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33690 used?
Palliative procedure for lesions with excessive pulmonary blood flow (e.g., large VSD, truncus arteriosus); reduces RV volume overload pending definitive repair.
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