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CPT 33710: Repair of Sinus of Valsalva Fistula with Ventricular Septal Defect Repair
CPT code 33710 represents an open cardiothoracic surgical procedure to repair a sinus of Valsalva fistula or dilation of the ascending aorta communicating with the heart, performed with cardiopulmonary bypass and including repair of an associated ventricular septal defect. This is a high-acuity cardiac surgery code with implications for hospital resource use, operative team staffing, and post-operative inpatient care nationally. Key payers included in this analysis are Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find a concise explanation of the clinical context of the procedure, typical site-of-service and service type, and which major payers are relevant for coverage and payment discussions. The publication also provides benchmarking and policy context where available, outlines common billing considerations and modifiers, and summarizes areas where additional coding detail or clinical documentation commonly affects reimbursement. Data gaps are noted where input information was not provided. This overview is intended for coders, billing managers, hospital administrators, and policy analysts who need a clear, national-level briefing on the role and implications of CPT code 33710 in care delivery and payment workflows.
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Billing Code Overview
CPT code 33710 describes a surgical procedure to repair a sinus of Valsalva fistula or structural dilation of the ascending aorta that communicates with the heart, with concurrent repair of a ventricular septal defect (VSD). The procedure is performed with the patient placed on cardiopulmonary bypass.
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Service type: Open cardiac surgical repair involving intracardiac and aortic root reconstruction.
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Typical site of service: Inpatient hospital, operating room with cardiothoracic surgical team and cardiopulmonary bypass capability.
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