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Arterial Grafting for Coronary Artery Bypass

Defines arterial grafting techniques specifically for coronary artery bypass using arterial conduits. CPT range 33533–33548 includes multiple codes for various arterial graft configurations and conduit sources.

Cardiac Assist Procedures

Includes cardiac assist procedures such as ventricular assist device implantation, temporary mechanical support and related operative support services. CPT range 33962–33997 comprises multiple codes for different types and durations of cardiac assist interventions.

Combined Arterial-Venous Grafting for Coronary Bypass

Covers combined arterial-venous grafting techniques used during coronary artery bypass when both conduit types are employed. CPT range 33517–33530 lists codes for various combined graft configurations for coronary bypass procedures.

Coronary Artery Anomaly Procedures

Covers repair of congenital coronary artery anomalies including surgical correction and reimplantation techniques. CPT range 33500–33507 contains codes specific to coronary artery anomaly repair procedures.

Coronary Endarterectomy Procedures

Specifies coronary endarterectomy procedures involving removal of atherosclerotic plaque from coronary arteries. CPT code 33572 is the single code listed for coronary endarterectomy.

Electrophysiologic Operative Procedures on the Heart and Pericardium

Encompasses electrophysiologic operative procedures on the heart including device implantation, mapping, ablation and open EP surgeries. CPT range 33250–33281 contains diagnostic and therapeutic EP operative codes and subgroups for incisional and endoscopic techniques.

Endoscopy Procedures on the Heart and Pericardium

Lists endoscopic procedures on the heart and pericardium used for visualization or minimally invasive cardiac interventions. CPT range 33508–33509 includes endoscopic approaches to cardiac structures with two specific codes.

Endovascular Repair Procedures of the Descending Thoracic Aorta

Includes endovascular stent-graft and related repair procedures for the descending thoracic aorta. CPT range 33880–33886 lists thoracic endovascular aortic repair codes for various device types and adjuncts.

Endovascular Repair of Congenital Heart and Vascular Defects

Covers endovascular techniques for treating congenital heart and vascular defects using transcatheter devices. CPT range 33894–33897 includes codes for percutaneous repair of congenital cardiac and vascular anomalies.

Endovascular Repair of Pulmonary Artery

Encompasses endovascular repair procedures of the pulmonary artery including stent placement and occlusion techniques. CPT range 33900–33904 contains codes specific to pulmonary artery endovascular interventions.

Excision Procedures of Cardiac Tumor

Lists excision procedures for primary or metastatic cardiac tumors, including open resection techniques. CPT range 33120–33130 includes codes for excision of intracardiac masses and related operative approaches.

Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation or Extracorporeal Life Support Services and Procedures

Covers extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and extracorporeal life support procedures including initiation, management and cannulation. CPT range 33946–33959 contains codes for ECMO support, cannulation and related services.

Heart/Lung Transplantation Procedures

Covers heart and lung transplantation procedures including donor organ implantation and related operative services. CPT range 33927–33945 comprises multiple codes for heart, lung and combined heart-lung transplant operations.},{

Implantation of Hemodynamic Monitor

Covers implantation of hemodynamic monitoring devices used for continuous intracardiac or intracavitary pressure monitoring. CPT code 33289 is the single code designated for implantation of a hemodynamic monitor.

Introduction or Removal of Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor

Covers insertion and removal of subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitors including loop recorders and adhesive or implanted monitors. CPT range 33285–33288 includes codes for device insertion, removal and related services.

Other Cardiac Surgery Procedures

Includes other cardiac surgery procedures that are not otherwise specified, reserved for unique or unclassified cardiac operative services. CPT code 33999 is the unlisted cardiac surgical procedure code in this group.

Other Cardiac Valvular Procedures

Specifies other cardiac valvular procedures not otherwise classified, used for atypical valve operations. CPT code 33496 is the single code listed for other cardiac valvular procedures.

Pacemaker or Implantable Defibrillator Procedures

Encompasses implantation, revision and removal of pacemakers and implantable cardioverter-defibrillators and related lead procedures. CPT range 33202–33249 includes multiple device implantation and lead management codes.

Phrenic Nerve Stimulation System

Covers implantation and management of phrenic nerve stimulation systems for diaphragmatic pacing and respiratory support. CPT range 33276–33288 contains codes for implantation, revision and removal of phrenic nerve stimulation systems.

Repair Procedures for Aortic Anomalies

Encompasses surgical repair procedures for aortic anomalies including open reconstructions and patch repairs. CPT range 33800–33853 contains codes for various aortic anomaly repair techniques.

Repair Procedures for Septal Defect

Covers surgical repair of septal defects in the atrial or ventricular septum including device and open repair techniques. CPT range 33641–33697 includes codes for closure and repair of septal defects across age groups and methods.

Repair Procedures for Single Ventricle and Other Complex Cardiac Anomalies

Includes repair procedures for single ventricle physiology and complex congenital cardiac anomalies requiring staged or definitive surgical correction. CPT range 33600–33622 lists codes for single ventricle and complex congenital cardiac repairs.

Repair Procedures for Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm

Covers open and hybrid repair procedures for thoracic aortic aneurysms including reconstruction and grafting techniques. CPT range 33858–33877 contains codes addressing thoracic aortic aneurysm repair and associated procedures.

Repair Procedures for Transposition of the Great Vessels

Defines surgical repairs for transposition of the great vessels including arterial switch and related corrective procedures. CPT range 33770–33783 includes codes for surgical correction of transposition anomalies.

Repair Procedures for Truncus Arteriosus

Covers operative repair procedures for truncus arteriosus including reconstruction and conduit placement. CPT range 33786–33788 includes the specific codes for truncus arteriosus repair techniques.