33962 Ecmo/ecls reposition perph cnula
Also known as: ECMO peripheral second reposition, second peripheral adjustment, repeat repositioning
Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation/extracorporeal life support repositioning of peripheral venous/arterial cannula (second repositioning); re-adjustment of peripherally positioned ECMO cannulae.
In Plain Language
Second adjustment of peripheral ECMO tubing; Repeat peripheral catheter reposition
Clinical Context
Second repositioning of peripheral ECMO cannulae when initial repositioning is inadequate or complications recur requiring further adjustment.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.36 |
| Total RVU | 4.36 |
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 4.36, this code ranks in the 30th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.8x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33962?
CPT 33962 (Ecmo/ecls reposition perph cnula) is a Surgery code. Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation/extracorporeal life support repositioning of peripheral venous/arterial cannula (second repositioning); re-adjustment of peripherally positioned ECMO cannulae.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33962?
The work RVU for CPT 33962 is 4.36. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Critical Care.
When is CPT 33962 used?
Second repositioning of peripheral ECMO cannulae when initial repositioning is inadequate or complications recur requiring further adjustment.
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