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See a sample rate comparisonHealthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address high-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System |
| Common Place of Service | 21 - Inpatient Hospital 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 11 - Office |
| Common Modifiers | AS - PA/NP/CNS assistant at surgery 51 - Multiple procedures |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $1,994.70 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 33511 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $1,556.625 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 33511 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 33511 by major payers:

$2,706.97

$2,927.34

$3,126.76

$3,391.85
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 33511 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System Codes
The CPT 33511 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 33511 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 33508-CPT | Low | Endoscopic Vein Harvest, Endoscopy Surgical Including Video Assisted Harvest Of Vein S For Coronary Artery Bypass Procedure List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure |
| 33510-CPT | High | Heart Bypass Surgery, Surgery To Replace A Diseased Section Of A Heart Artery With A Vein Graft. Heart-Lung Bypass Is Used. The Graft Is Attached From The Heart Artery To The Aorta (Largest Artery) Bypassing The Blocked Artery. |
| 33511-CPT | High | Heart Bypass Surgery, Surgery To Replace A Diseased Section Of A Heart Artery With A Vein Graft. Heart-Lung Bypass Is Used. The Graft Is Attached From The Heart Artery To The Aorta (Largest Artery) Bypassing The Blocked Artery. |
| 33512-CPT | High | Heart Bypass Surgery, Surgery To Replace A Diseased Section Of A Heart Artery With A Vein Graft. Heart-Lung Bypass Is Used. The Graft Is Attached From The Heart Artery To The Aorta (Largest Artery) Bypassing The Blocked Artery. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 33511. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 33511 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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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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