21480 Cltx tmprmand dislc first/sbsq
Also known as: TMJ dislocation reduction, jaw dislocation closed reduction
Closed treatment of temporomandibular joint dislocation, first or subsequent occurrence. Non-surgical reduction of temporomandibular joint dislocation with manual manipulation to restore normal joint alignment.
Clinical Context
Used for temporomandibular joint dislocation amenable to manual reduction. First-time and recurrent dislocations can be managed non-operatively. Patient requires post-reduction jaw mobility restrictions and may need muscle relaxants.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.59 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.43 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.13 |
| Total RVU | 5.15 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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