33875 Thoracic aortic graft
Also known as: Descending aortic graft, thoracic aorta repair, descending thoracic graft
Thoracic aortic graft; surgical replacement of the descending thoracic aorta with a prosthetic graft to address aneurysm, dissection, rupture, or other pathology of the thoracic aorta.
Clinical Context
Performed for chronic descending thoracic aortic disease including aneurysm, dissection, and atherosclerotic pathology. Left heart bypass or femoral-femoral bypass may be used to maintain distal perfusion.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 49.45 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 14.17 |
| Malpractice RVU | 12.33 |
| Total RVU | 75.95 |
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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