33694 Cmp repair tof wo plm atrs ptch
Also known as: TOF repair with patch, TOF with pulmonary valve repair, TOF with pulmonary arterioplasty
Surgical complete repair of tetralogy of Fallot without pulmonary atresia, with pulmonary valve patch augmentation.
In Plain Language
fixing blue baby heart with valve repair
Clinical Context
Utilized when pulmonary valve insufficiency or stenosis requires patch augmentation during TOF repair; improves hemodynamics and reduces need for future pulmonary valve replacement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 34.68 |
| Total RVU | 34.68 |
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 34.68, this code ranks in the 95th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33694?
CPT 33694 (Cmp repair tof wo plm atrs ptch) is a Surgery code. Surgical complete repair of tetralogy of Fallot without pulmonary atresia, with pulmonary valve patch augmentation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33694?
The work RVU for CPT 33694 is 34.68. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Congenital Cardiology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33694 used?
Utilized when pulmonary valve insufficiency or stenosis requires patch augmentation during TOF repair; improves hemodynamics and reduces need for future pulmonary valve replacement.
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