33851 excision coa repair l subcl artery/prst
Also known as: COA repair with subclavian, coarctation with LSA repair
Excision of coarctation of the aorta with repair of left subclavian artery or previous repair; surgical correction of coarctation with concomitant left subclavian artery reconstruction or revision of previous repairs.
In Plain Language
Surgery to fix coarctation and left shoulder artery; Aorta narrowing repair with subclavian vessel repair
Clinical Context
Used in patients with coarctation of the aorta and associated left subclavian artery hypoplasia or stenosis, or to revise a previous coarctation repair. Addresses both the narrowing and the subclavian insufficiency.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 21.43 |
| Total RVU | 21.43 |
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 21.43, this code ranks in the 84th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33851?
CPT 33851 (excision coa repair l subcl artery/prst) is a Surgery code. Excision of coarctation of the aorta with repair of left subclavian artery or previous repair; surgical correction of coarctation with concomitant left subclavian artery reconstruction or revision of previous repairs.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33851?
The work RVU for CPT 33851 is 21.43. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33851 used?
Used in patients with coarctation of the aorta and associated left subclavian artery hypoplasia or stenosis, or to revise a previous coarctation repair. Addresses both the narrowing and the subclavian insufficiency.
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