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Last Verified: October 2026
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
Insertion Of 2 Transvenous Electrodes Permanent Pacemaker Or Implantable Defibrillator (Desc Revised 01/01/15) Chamber Pacing Cardioverter- Defibrillator (Desc Revised 1/1/03)
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System |
| Common Place of Service | 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 21 - Inpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | 51 - Multiple procedures 78 - Return to OR - related procedure |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $330.34 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 33217 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $260.19 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 33217 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 33217 by major payers:
$490.79
$516.29
$541.51
$606.98
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CPT 33217
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Saint Lukes-Gi Diagnostics LLC
Saint Lukesgi Diagnostics LLC
$14,474.00Published rateArchibald Surgery Center, LLC
Archibald Surgery Center
$5,000.00Published rateVenture Ambulatory Surgery Center LLC
$2,911.00Published rateCreve Coeur Surgery Center, LLC, City Place Surgery Center
Creve Coeur Surgery Center LLC
$2,133.00Published rateLake Surgery & Endoscopy Center Ltd
Lake Surgery Endoscopy Center Ltd
$740.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 33217 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System Codes
The CPT 33217 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.
The CPT 33217 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 33216-CPT | Moderate | Insertion Replacement Or Repo, Insertion Replacement Or Repositioning Of Permanenttransvenous Electrode(S) Only (15 Days Or More After Initial Insertion) Single Chamber Atrial Or Ventricular |
| 33217-CPT | Moderate | Insertion Of 2 Transvenous Electrodes Permanent Pacemaker Or Implantable Defibrillator (Desc Revised 01/01/15) Chamber Pacing Cardioverter- Defibrillator (Desc Revised 1/1/03) |
| 33218-CPT | Moderate | Repair Of Pacemaker Wire, Surgery To Reposition Or Replace One Or More Wires (Electrodes) For A Pacemaker Or Defibrillator (Devices For Regulating The Heartbeat). |
| 33220-CPT | Moderate | Repair Of Pacemaker Wire, Surgery To Reposition Or Replace One Or More Wires (Electrodes) For A Pacemaker Or Defibrillator (Devices For Regulating The Heartbeat). |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 33217. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 33217 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
Medicare & Medicaid Rates
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Private Insurance Rates
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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