33774 repair tga atrial baffle procedures
Also known as: TGA revision from baffle, arterial switch revision from baffle, baffle removal with arterial switch
Surgical repair of transposition of the great arteries with removal of a previously placed atrial baffle (revision from atrial switch).
In Plain Language
removing old heart repair and replacing with new surgery
Clinical Context
Reoperative procedure converting previous atrial baffle (Senning/Mustard) to anatomic correction via arterial switch.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 30.94 |
| Total RVU | 30.94 |
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 30.94, this code ranks in the 93rd percentile among Surgery codes — 3.9x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33774?
CPT 33774 (repair tga atrial baffle procedures) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair of transposition of the great arteries with removal of a previously placed atrial baffle (revision from atrial switch).
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33774?
The work RVU for CPT 33774 is 30.94. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Congenital Cardiology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33774 used?
Reoperative procedure converting previous atrial baffle (Senning/Mustard) to anatomic correction via arterial switch.
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