33770 repair tga without surgical enlgmnt vsd
Also known as: TGA repair, Jatene procedure, arterial switch operation
Surgical repair of transposition of the great arteries (aorta from right ventricle, pulmonary artery from left ventricle) via arterial switch.
In Plain Language
switching aorta and pulmonary artery positions
Clinical Context
Gold standard surgical correction for transposition of the great arteries; restores normal anatomic relationship between ventricles and great vessels.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 38.09 |
| Total RVU | 38.09 |
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 38.09, this code ranks in the 97th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.8x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33770?
CPT 33770 (repair tga without surgical enlgmnt vsd) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair of transposition of the great arteries (aorta from right ventricle, pulmonary artery from left ventricle) via arterial switch.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33770?
The work RVU for CPT 33770 is 38.09. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Congenital Cardiology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33770 used?
Gold standard surgical correction for transposition of the great arteries; restores normal anatomic relationship between ventricles and great vessels.
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