33697 Complicated repair tof with pulmonary atresia
Also known as: TOF with PA repair, complex TOF repair, TOF PA reconstruction
Surgical complete repair of tetralogy of Fallot with pulmonary atresia, establishing pulmonary blood flow via conduit or alternative reconstruction.
In Plain Language
fixing severe blue baby heart without lung artery
Clinical Context
Indicated for tetralogy of Fallot with pulmonary atresia; requires conduit placement from right ventricle to pulmonary artery to establish pulmonary circulation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 36.63 |
| Total RVU | 36.63 |
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 36.63, this code ranks in the 96th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.6x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33697?
CPT 33697 (Complicated repair tof with pulmonary atresia) is a Surgery code. Surgical complete repair of tetralogy of Fallot with pulmonary atresia, establishing pulmonary blood flow via conduit or alternative reconstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33697?
The work RVU for CPT 33697 is 36.63. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Congenital Cardiology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33697 used?
Indicated for tetralogy of Fallot with pulmonary atresia; requires conduit placement from right ventricle to pulmonary artery to establish pulmonary circulation.
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