33903 Percutaneous p-art revsc 1 abnor bi
Also known as: Abnormal PA stent bilateral, bilateral anomalous PA intervention, abnormal bilateral stenting
Percutaneous pulmonary artery revascularization with placement of one abnormal artery stent in bilateral pulmonary circulation; minimally invasive stent placement in anomalous pulmonary artery branches on both sides.
In Plain Language
Stent in abnormal lung arteries on both sides; Anomalous pulmonary artery stenting both sides
Clinical Context
Treatment of bilateral stenotic anomalous pulmonary artery branches or bilateral aortopulmonary collaterals requiring simultaneous intervention.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 16.09 |
| Total RVU | 16.09 |
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 16.09, this code ranks in the 75th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.0x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33903?
CPT 33903 (Percutaneous p-art revsc 1 abnor bi) is a Surgery code. Percutaneous pulmonary artery revascularization with placement of one abnormal artery stent in bilateral pulmonary circulation; minimally invasive stent placement in anomalous pulmonary artery branches on both sides.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33903?
The work RVU for CPT 33903 is 16.09. This code is primarily used by Cardiology, Interventional Radiology, Congenital Cardiology.
When is CPT 33903 used?
Treatment of bilateral stenotic anomalous pulmonary artery branches or bilateral aortopulmonary collaterals requiring simultaneous intervention.
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