33976 Implant ventricular device
Also known as: Biventricular VAD, second VAD implant, BVAD implantation
Implantation of ventricular assist device (second system); surgical implantation of additional or biventricular ventricular assist device.
In Plain Language
Second heart pump implantation; Both-ventricle mechanical support
Clinical Context
Implantation of second (right) ventricular assist device when biventricular support is needed for severe biventricular dysfunction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 29.98 |
| Total RVU | 29.98 |
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. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 29.98, this code ranks in the 93rd percentile among Surgery codes — 3.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33976?
CPT 33976 (Implant ventricular device) is a Surgery code. Implantation of ventricular assist device (second system); surgical implantation of additional or biventricular ventricular assist device.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33976?
The work RVU for CPT 33976 is 29.98. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Heart Failure Surgery, Transplantation.
When is CPT 33976 used?
Implantation of second (right) ventricular assist device when biventricular support is needed for severe biventricular dysfunction.
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