33750 Shunt subclavian to pulmonary artery
Also known as: BT shunt, subclavian-pulmonary shunt, Blalock-Taussig procedure
Surgical creation of a Blalock-Taussig shunt or similar subclavian-to-pulmonary artery connection for cyanotic heart disease palliation.
Clinical Context
Classic palliative procedure for cyanotic congenital heart disease (e.g., tetralogy of Fallot, tricuspid atresia); increases pulmonary blood flow until definitive repair.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 21.66 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.62 |
| Malpractice RVU | 5.45 |
| Total RVU | 35.73 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
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