33935 Transplantation heart/lung
Also known as: Heart-lung transplant, cardiopulmonary transplant, HLT
Transplantation of heart and lung; surgical implantation of donor heart and lungs into recipient for treatment of end-stage cardiopulmonary disease.
Clinical Context
Performed for end-stage disease of both heart and lungs (usually primary pulmonary hypertension, Eisenmenger syndrome, or cystic fibrosis). Requires orthotopic implantation with careful attention to pulmonary and bronchial anastomoses.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 89.49 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 26.95 |
| Malpractice RVU | 21.46 |
| Total RVU | 137.90 |
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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