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20600 drainage/injection joint/bursa without ultrasound

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: joint injection, joint aspiration, arthrocentesis, small joint injection, finger joint injection

Arthrocentesis (joint aspiration and/or injection) performed without ultrasound or imaging guidance. This procedure accesses joint space for fluid removal or medication injection.

Clinical Context

Used for aspiration of joint effusions, injection of corticosteroids or viscosupplementation, or diagnostic sampling of synovial fluid.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.64
Practice Expense RVU0.96
Malpractice RVU0.08
Total RVU1.68

Est. Medicare Payment

$56.11

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryRheumatologyPrimary Care

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.