33800 Aortic suspension
Also known as: Aortic suspension, aortic fixation, aortopexy
Aortic suspension; surgical fixation of an abnormally mobile aorta to prevent compression of adjacent structures, typically the left main coronary artery.
Clinical Context
Used in patients with anomalous aortic origin or excessive aortic mobility that may compress the left main coronary artery, potentially causing angina or sudden cardiac death during exertion. Suspension from the pulmonary artery relieves the compression.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 16.85 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.94 |
| Malpractice RVU | 4.24 |
| Total RVU | 28.03 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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