33820 Repair pda by ligation
Also known as: PDA ligation, ductus ligation, PDA repair
Repair of patent ductus arteriosus by ligation; surgical closure of the patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) through simple ligation without division of the duct.
Clinical Context
Used to treat symptomatic patent ductus arteriosus, a common condition in premature infants where the fetal connection between the aorta and pulmonary artery fails to close, resulting in left-to-right shunting.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 16.27 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.34 |
| Malpractice RVU | 4.09 |
| Total RVU | 27.70 |
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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