33944 Prepare donor heart
Also known as: Donor heart preparation, heart bench work, organ prep
Preparation of donor heart; ex vivo assessment, preparation, and conditioning of procured donor heart for implantation.
In Plain Language
Preparation of heart for transplant; Donor heart conditioning
Clinical Context
Bench preparation of procured donor heart including inspection, assessment of viability, flushing and preservation, and technique modifications for implantation.
RVU Information
CPT 33944 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
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. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Surgery category, 3% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33944?
CPT 33944 (Prepare donor heart) is a Surgery code. Preparation of donor heart; ex vivo assessment, preparation, and conditioning of procured donor heart for implantation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33944?
The work RVU for CPT 33944 is 0.00. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Transplantation, Cardiothoracic Surgery.
When is CPT 33944 used?
Bench preparation of procured donor heart including inspection, assessment of viability, flushing and preservation, and technique modifications for implantation.
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