33981 Replace vad pump external
Also known as: VAD pump replacement, external pump exchange, external controller replacement
Replacement of ventricular assist device external pump; replacement of the external pump component of a ventricular assist device without replacing the intracorporeal portion.
Clinical Context
Replacement of external pump unit in VAD systems with external components when pump malfunction or failure occurs.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 15.71 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.23 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.75 |
| Total RVU | 22.69 |
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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