23044 Arthrotomy acute sternoclavicular joint exploration/removal foreign body
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: AC joint arthrotomy, Sternoclavicular arthrotomy
Arthrotomy, acromioclavicular or sternoclavicular joint, exploration, removal of foreign body.
Clinical Context
Used for acromioclavicular or sternoclavicular joint exploration or foreign body removal.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.40 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.22 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.64 |
| Total RVU | 16.26 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$543.08
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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