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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.
Opn Ilac Art Expos Cndt Crtj, Open Iliac Artery Exposure With Creation Of Conduit For Delivery Of Endovascular Prosthesis Or For Establishment Of Cardiopulmonary Bypass By Abdominal Or Retroperitoneal Incision Unilateral List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure
| 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 | LT - Left side of body 62 - Co-Surgeons |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $355.05 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 34833 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $304.485 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 34833 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 34833 by major payers:
$691.59
$696.24
$661.93
$736.74
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CPT 34833
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Las Cruces Surgery Center Lp, Mountainview Surgery Center
$13,865.00Published rateHudson Crossing Surgery Center, LLC, Hudson Crossing Surgery Center
Hudson Crossing Surgical Center
$1,603.00Published rateMichigan Outpatient Surgical Solutions, LLC
Michigan Outpatient Surgical Solutions LLC
$983.00Published rateSurgicare Center Of Idaho, LLC
Surgicare Center Of Idaho LLC
$544.00Published rateCarter Real Estate Properties Inc, North Dallas Surgicare
Carter Real Estate Properties Inc
$112.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 34833 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System Codes
The CPT 34833 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 34833 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 34812-CPT | Moderate | Open Large Artery For Repair, Surgery To Open A Large Artery In The Groin (Femoral Artery) Abdomen (Iliac Artery) Or Arm (Brachial Artery) To Insert A Support Device (Stent). The Stent Stabilizes Or Bypasses A Bulge (Aneurysm) Or Ruptured Segment Of The Artery. |
| 34820-CPT | Moderate | Open Large Artery For Repair, Surgery To Open A Large Artery In The Groin (Femoral Artery) Abdomen (Iliac Artery) Or Arm (Brachial Artery) To Insert A Support Device (Stent). The Stent Stabilizes Or Bypasses A Bulge (Aneurysm) Or Ruptured Segment Of The Artery. |
| 34833-CPT | Moderate | Opn Ilac Art Expos Cndt Crtj, Open Iliac Artery Exposure With Creation Of Conduit For Delivery Of Endovascular Prosthesis Or For Establishment Of Cardiopulmonary Bypass By Abdominal Or Retroperitoneal Incision Unilateral List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure |
| 34834-CPT | Moderate | Open Large Artery For Repair, Surgery To Open A Large Artery In The Groin (Femoral Artery) Abdomen (Iliac Artery) Or Arm (Brachial Artery) To Insert A Support Device (Stent). The Stent Stabilizes Or Bypasses A Bulge (Aneurysm) Or Ruptured Segment Of The Artery. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 34833. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 34833 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Provider Type
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