33982 Replace vad intra without bp
Also known as: LVAD pump exchange, intracorporeal pump replacement, device exchange
Replacement of ventricular assist device intracorporeal component without additional bypass; replacement of the implanted ventricular assist device pump without requiring cardiopulmonary bypass support.
Clinical Context
Replacement of failed intracorporeal LVAD pump when off-pump technique is feasible, typically using inflow/outflow graft disconnection approach.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 36.91 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.57 |
| Malpractice RVU | 8.85 |
| Total RVU | 53.33 |
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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