33767 Shunt supr v/c p-art bth lng
Also known as: bidirectional Glenn, Glenn procedure bilateral, SVC to bilateral PA
Surgical creation of a shunt from the superior vena cava to both pulmonary arteries (bidirectional Glenn procedure).
In Plain Language
connecting upper vein to both lung arteries
Clinical Context
Intermediate stage palliation for single ventricle; creates more physiologic distribution of superior vena cava flow to both pulmonary arteries.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 24.67 |
| Total RVU | 24.67 |
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 24.67, this code ranks in the 88th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33767?
CPT 33767 (Shunt supr v/c p-art bth lng) is a Surgery code. Surgical creation of a shunt from the superior vena cava to both pulmonary arteries (bidirectional Glenn procedure).
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33767?
The work RVU for CPT 33767 is 24.67. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Congenital Cardiology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33767 used?
Intermediate stage palliation for single ventricle; creates more physiologic distribution of superior vena cava flow to both pulmonary arteries.
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