33726 Repair pul venous stenosis
Also known as: pulmonary vein stenosis repair, vein stenosis relief, pulmonary vein reconstruction
Surgical repair of pulmonary venous stenosis, relieving obstruction of pulmonary venous return.
In Plain Language
fixing narrowing of lung veins
Clinical Context
Indicated for congenital or acquired pulmonary venous stenosis causing pulmonary hypertension; provides improvement in pulmonary hemodynamics.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 36.19 |
| Total RVU | 36.19 |
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 36.19, this code ranks in the 96th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.5x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33726?
CPT 33726 (Repair pul venous stenosis) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair of pulmonary venous stenosis, relieving obstruction of pulmonary venous return.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33726?
The work RVU for CPT 33726 is 36.19. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Congenital Cardiology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33726 used?
Indicated for congenital or acquired pulmonary venous stenosis causing pulmonary hypertension; provides improvement in pulmonary hemodynamics.
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