33745 Tissue cgen car anomal first shnt
Also known as: surgical shunt creation, systemic-pulmonary shunt, palliative shunt
Creation of a surgically constructed shunt (systemic-to-pulmonary artery connection) for congenital cardiac anomaly via transvenous or transarterial approach.
Clinical Context
Palliative procedure for single ventricle or severe cyanotic heart disease; increases pulmonary blood flow pending definitive correction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 19.50 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.64 |
| Malpractice RVU | 4.68 |
| Total RVU | 27.82 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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