33822 Repair pda div<18 years
Also known as: PDA division, pediatric PDA repair, ductus division
Repair of patent ductus arteriosus by division in patients less than 18 years of age; surgical closure of the PDA through complete division and ligation in pediatric patients.
In Plain Language
Surgery to cut and close the ductus in children; Ductus arteriosus division in young patients
Clinical Context
Performed in symptomatic pediatric patients requiring definitive PDA closure when ligation alone is insufficient or when recurrent shunting occurs in patients under 18 years.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.27 |
| Total RVU | 17.27 |
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 17.27, this code ranks in the 78th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33822?
CPT 33822 (Repair pda div<18 years) is a Surgery code. Repair of patent ductus arteriosus by division in patients less than 18 years of age; surgical closure of the PDA through complete division and ligation in pediatric patients.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33822?
The work RVU for CPT 33822 is 17.27. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Congenital Heart Surgery, Pediatric Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33822 used?
Performed in symptomatic pediatric patients requiring definitive PDA closure when ligation alone is insufficient or when recurrent shunting occurs in patients under 18 years.
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