33886 Delayed plmt dstl xtn prosthesis
Also known as: Distal extension graft, staged TEVAR extension, delayed distal graft
Delayed placement of distal stent graft extension prosthesis; percutaneous placement of additional stent graft extension at the distal end to extend coverage after initial endovascular repair.
In Plain Language
Follow-up procedure to extend stent graft downward; Distal stent extension placement
Clinical Context
Performed in staged fashion after initial endovascular repair when distal extension is needed to address pathology in the descending thoracic or thoracoabdominal aorta.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 19.41 |
| Total RVU | 19.41 |
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 19.41, this code ranks in the 81st percentile among Surgery codes — 2.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33886?
CPT 33886 (Delayed plmt dstl xtn prosthesis) is a Surgery code. Delayed placement of distal stent graft extension prosthesis; percutaneous placement of additional stent graft extension at the distal end to extend coverage after initial endovascular repair.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33886?
The work RVU for CPT 33886 is 19.41. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, Interventional Radiology, Cardiothoracic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33886 used?
Performed in staged fashion after initial endovascular repair when distal extension is needed to address pathology in the descending thoracic or thoracoabdominal aorta.
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