33926 Repair pul artery unifocal with cpb
Also known as: Unifocal PA repair with CPB, single PA branch repair on pump, PA plasty with bypass
Repair of pulmonary artery unifocal branch stenosis with cardiopulmonary bypass; surgical reconstruction of a single pulmonary artery branch stenosis with extracorporeal circulation support.
In Plain Language
Surgery to widen lung artery with heart-lung machine; Single pulmonary artery narrowing repair with bypass
Clinical Context
Repair of significant unifocal pulmonary artery branch stenosis requiring cardiopulmonary bypass for adequate visualization, hemodynamic stability, and complete repair.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 43.61 |
| Total RVU | 43.61 |
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 43.61, this code ranks in the 98th percentile among Surgery codes — 5.5x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33926?
CPT 33926 (Repair pul artery unifocal with cpb) is a Surgery code. Repair of pulmonary artery unifocal branch stenosis with cardiopulmonary bypass; surgical reconstruction of a single pulmonary artery branch stenosis with extracorporeal circulation support.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33926?
The work RVU for CPT 33926 is 43.61. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Congenital Heart Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 33926 used?
Repair of significant unifocal pulmonary artery branch stenosis requiring cardiopulmonary bypass for adequate visualization, hemodynamic stability, and complete repair.
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.