33741 Tas congenital car anomal
Also known as: transarterial shunt creation, arterial shunt hybrid approach, catheter shunt paliation
Transarterial approach to create or modify a surgical shunt for congenital cardiac anomaly through catheter-based or hybrid technique.
In Plain Language
creating shunt through artery
Clinical Context
Minimally invasive approach to shunt creation or modification in complex congenital anatomy where traditional surgical access is challenging.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.65 |
| Total RVU | 13.65 |
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 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 13.65, this code ranks in the 69th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33741?
CPT 33741 (Tas congenital car anomal) is a Surgery code. Transarterial approach to create or modify a surgical shunt for congenital cardiac anomaly through catheter-based or hybrid technique.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33741?
The work RVU for CPT 33741 is 13.65. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Interventional Cardiology.
When is CPT 33741 used?
Minimally invasive approach to shunt creation or modification in complex congenital anatomy where traditional surgical access is challenging.
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