33978 Remove ventricular device
Also known as: Second VAD removal, BVAD explantation, biventricular device removal
Removal of ventricular assist device (second removal); removal of a second or additional ventricular assist device, typically in biventricular systems.
Clinical Context
Removal of second (right) ventricular assist device when biventricular support is no longer needed or at transplantation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 24.38 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.81 |
| Malpractice RVU | 5.84 |
| Total RVU | 37.03 |
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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