CPT code 33782 designates a specialized cardiothoracic operation for congenital heart disease involving relocation of the aortic root to the pulmonary position, excision of the pulmonary valve, reconstruction of ventricular outflow tracts, repair of a ventricular septal defect, and correction of pulmonary artery stenosis without coronary ostium reimplantation. This procedure is clinically significant due to its role in managing complex congenital cardiac anatomy and its implications for surgical risk, resource use, and postoperative care.

Key payers included in the national analysis are Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find a concise overview of clinical context, typical sites of service, common billing modifiers, and areas where coding clarity matters for authorization and reimbursement. The publication outlines national benchmarks and policy-relevant issues affecting coverage and billing for high-acuity congenital cardiac procedures, highlights clinical considerations that influence coding choices, and identifies gaps where input or updated guidance may be needed.

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