33776 repair tga atr bfl closure vsd
Also known as: TGA baffle repair with VSD closure, baffle revision with septal repair, complex TGA repair
Surgical repair of transposition of great arteries with atrial baffle repair and ventricular septal defect closure.
In Plain Language
fixing old heart repair and closing hole
Clinical Context
Reoperative TGA repair addressing both atrial baffle complications and associated VSD.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 33.88 |
| Total RVU | 33.88 |
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 33.88, this code ranks in the 95th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33776?
CPT 33776 (repair tga atr bfl closure vsd) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair of transposition of great arteries with atrial baffle repair and ventricular septal defect closure.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33776?
The work RVU for CPT 33776 is 33.88. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Congenital Cardiology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33776 used?
Reoperative TGA repair addressing both atrial baffle complications and associated VSD.
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