33777 repair tga bfl repair sbpulm obstr
Also known as: TGA baffle repair with LVOT relief, baffle revision LVOT obstruction, TGA subpulmonary relief
Surgical repair of transposition of great arteries with baffle repair and relief of left ventricular outflow tract obstruction.
In Plain Language
fixing old heart repair and removing blockage
Clinical Context
Revision procedure for TGA patients with prior baffle repair complicated by left ventricular outflow obstruction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 33.32 |
| Total RVU | 33.32 |
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 33.32, 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 33777?
CPT 33777 (repair tga bfl repair sbpulm obstr) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair of transposition of great arteries with baffle repair and relief of left ventricular outflow tract obstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33777?
The work RVU for CPT 33777 is 33.32. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Congenital Cardiology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33777 used?
Revision procedure for TGA patients with prior baffle repair complicated by left ventricular outflow obstruction.
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