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.
In Plain Language
Heart pump internal part replacement; Implantable VAD pump exchange
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 |
| Total RVU | 36.91 |
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 36.91, this code ranks in the 96th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.6x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 33982?
CPT 33982 (Replace vad intra without bp) is a Surgery code. Replacement of ventricular assist device intracorporeal component without additional bypass; replacement of the implanted ventricular assist device pump without requiring cardiopulmonary bypass support.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 33982?
The work RVU for CPT 33982 is 36.91. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Heart Failure Surgery, Device Management.
When is CPT 33982 used?
Replacement of failed intracorporeal LVAD pump when off-pump technique is feasible, typically using inflow/outflow graft disconnection approach.
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