23410 Repair rotator cuff acute
Also known as: rotator cuff repair, acute RC repair, primary cuff repair
Repair of rotator cuff tear (acute). Primary repair of fresh rotator cuff (supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, subscapularis) tear without retraction or atrophy.
In Plain Language
repair of shoulder muscle tear; rotator cuff stitching
Clinical Context
Most favorable rotator cuff repairs, usually from acute traumatic tear in relatively good tissue quality, with preserved cuff tissue allowing primary healing without significant mobilization.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 11.11 |
| Total RVU | 11.11 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 11.11, this code ranks in the 62nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 23410?
CPT 23410 (Repair rotator cuff acute) is a Surgery code. Repair of rotator cuff tear (acute). Primary repair of fresh rotator cuff (supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, subscapularis) tear without retraction or atrophy.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 23410?
The work RVU for CPT 23410 is 11.11. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 23410 used?
Most favorable rotator cuff repairs, usually from acute traumatic tear in relatively good tissue quality, with preserved cuff tissue allowing primary healing without significant mobilization.
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