33910 Remove lung artery emboli
Also known as: Pulmonary embolectomy, PE removal, thromboembolectomy
Removal of pulmonary artery thrombus by pulmonary embolectomy with cardiopulmonary bypass; surgical extraction of massive pulmonary embolism with extracorporeal support.
Clinical Context
Emergency procedure for massive pulmonary embolism causing hemodynamic collapse refractory to thrombolytics. Cardiopulmonary bypass provides hemodynamic support during clot extraction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 47.00 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 15.20 |
| Malpractice RVU | 11.29 |
| Total RVU | 73.49 |
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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