33902 Percutaneous p-art revsc 1 abnor uni
Also known as: Abnormal PA stent unilateral, anomalous PA intervention, abnormal artery stenting
Percutaneous pulmonary artery revascularization with placement of one abnormal artery stent in unilateral pulmonary circulation; minimally invasive stent placement in an anomalous or abnormal pulmonary artery branch.
In Plain Language
Stent in abnormal lung artery on one side; Anomalous pulmonary artery stenting single side
Clinical Context
Treatment of stenotic anomalous pulmonary artery branches, aortopulmonary collaterals, or other abnormal vascular connections requiring revascularization.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.65 |
| Total RVU | 13.65 |
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 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 13.65, this code ranks in the 69th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33902?
CPT 33902 (Percutaneous p-art revsc 1 abnor uni) is a Surgery code. Percutaneous pulmonary artery revascularization with placement of one abnormal artery stent in unilateral pulmonary circulation; minimally invasive stent placement in an anomalous or abnormal pulmonary artery branch.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33902?
The work RVU for CPT 33902 is 13.65. This code is primarily used by Cardiology, Interventional Radiology, Congenital Cardiology.
When is CPT 33902 used?
Treatment of stenotic anomalous pulmonary artery branches, aortopulmonary collaterals, or other abnormal vascular connections requiring revascularization.
Track This Code in RVU Edge
Log procedures, calculate wRVUs, and benchmark against MGMA data — all in one app.
CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.