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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.
Removal Of Percutaneous Left H, Removal Of Percutaneous Left Heart Ventricular Assist Device Arterial Or Arterial And Venous Cannula(S) At Separate And Distinct Session From Insertion
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System |
| Common Place of Service | 21 - Inpatient Hospital 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | 51 - Multiple procedures 59 - Distinct Procedural Service |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $165.00 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 33992 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $145.195 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 33992 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 33992 by major payers:
$253.42
$286.47
$285.17
$320.73
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CPT 33992
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East Campus Surgery Center LLC
$6,659.00Published rateHagerstown Surgery Center,LLC
Hagerstown Surgery Center, LLC
$1,064.00Published rateWinter Park Surgery Center Lp, Physician'S Surgical Care Center
Winter Park Surgery Center Lp
$840.00Published rateTurks Head Surgery Center LLC
Turk'S Head Surgery Center, L.L.C.
$500.00Published rateSouthwest Endoscopy LLC
$100.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 33992 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System Codes
The CPT 33992 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 33992 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 33988-CPT | High | Insrt Of Lft Heart Vnt By Thoracic Ncision (Eg Strnotomy, Insertion Of Left Heart Vent By Thoracic Incision (Eg Sternotomy Tho |
| 33989-CPT | Moderate | Remval Of Lft Heart Vnt By Thoracic Ncision (Eg Strnotomy Thora, Removal Of Left Heart Vent By Thoracic Incision (Eg Sternotomy Thora |
| 33991-CPT | Moderate | Nsj Perq Vad L Hrt Artl&Ven, Insertion Of Left Lower Heart Chamber Blood Flow Assist Device Via Artery And Vein Accessed Through Skin With Puncture Of Partition Between Heart Chambers Including Radiological Supervision And Interpretation |
| 33992-CPT | Moderate | Removal Of Percutaneous Left H, Removal Of Percutaneous Left Heart Ventricular Assist Device Arterial Or Arterial And Venous Cannula(S) At Separate And Distinct Session From Insertion |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 33992. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 33992 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
Medicare & Medicaid Rates
Government-set reimbursement amounts
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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