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CPT 33535: Three-Arterial Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting
CPT code 33535 denotes a coronary artery bypass grafting procedure using three arterial grafts to bypass diseased coronary vessels and restore myocardial blood flow. This high-acuity cardiac surgical service is performed primarily in inpatient hospital operating suites and has significant clinical and financial implications due to its role in treating advanced coronary artery disease and relieving ischemic symptoms. Nationally, coronary artery bypass procedures remain a cornerstone of surgical treatment for multivessel coronary disease and are important for quality measurement and resource planning. Key payers considered in this analysis include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find a concise overview of the clinical context for CPT code 33535, typical sites of service, common modifiers listed in input, and the kinds of benchmarks and policy topics that affect coverage and billing for complex cardiac surgery. The publication also outlines clinical coding relationships and related service-line considerations relevant to hospitals and cardiothoracic surgical practices. Data not available in the input for associated taxonomies, specific ICD-10 diagnoses, and payer-specific reimbursement rates.
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Billing Code Overview
CPT code 33535 describes a surgical procedure that diverts blood flow from damaged coronary vessels by grafting three arterial segments from another location (such as the chest or abdomen) to restore coronary circulation, improve cardiac function, and reduce symptoms like angina.
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Service type: Surgical coronary artery bypass grafting using three arterial grafts
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Typical site of service: Inpatient hospital surgical suite or operating room with postoperative inpatient care
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