S2112 Knee arthroscp harv
Also known as: knee cartilage harvest, arthroscopic graft
Knee arthroscopic harvesting of cartilage. Arthroscopic collection of autologous cartilage for transplantation.
In Plain Language
knee cartilage collection; donor cartilage removal
Clinical Context
Arthroscopic collection of healthy cartilage from knee for autologous chondrocyte implantation or osteochondral graft to repair focal defects.
RVU Information
CPT S2112 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. This is typical for supply, drug, and equipment codes — reimbursement is based on Average Sales Price (ASP), fee schedules, or payer contracts rather than the RVU system.
Billing & Documentation
S-codes are used by private payers (not Medicare) for services without a standard CPT or HCPCS code. Coverage varies significantly between insurers. Verify payer acceptance before billing and document medical necessity thoroughly.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code S2112?
CPT S2112 (Knee arthroscp harv) is a S Codes code. Knee arthroscopic harvesting of cartilage. Arthroscopic collection of autologous cartilage for transplantation.
Is S2112 covered by insurance?
S2112 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Arthroscopic collection of healthy cartilage from knee for autologous chondrocyte implantation or osteochondral graft to repair focal defects.
When is CPT S2112 used?
Arthroscopic collection of healthy cartilage from knee for autologous chondrocyte implantation or osteochondral graft to repair focal defects.
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