23412 Repair rotator cuff chronic
Also known as: chronic rotator cuff repair, chronic RC repair, retracted cuff repair
Repair of rotator cuff tear (chronic). Repair of chronically retracted rotator cuff tear requiring mobilization and more complex reconstruction.
In Plain Language
repair of old shoulder muscle tear; repair of withdrawn rotator cuff
Clinical Context
Applied to chronic rotator cuff tears with significant retraction, atrophy, and poor tissue quality; may require more extensive mobilization, interval slides, or margin convergence techniques.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 11.63 |
| Total RVU | 11.63 |
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 11.63, this code ranks in the 64th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.5x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 23412?
CPT 23412 (Repair rotator cuff chronic) is a Surgery code. Repair of rotator cuff tear (chronic). Repair of chronically retracted rotator cuff tear requiring mobilization and more complex reconstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 23412?
The work RVU for CPT 23412 is 11.63. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 23412 used?
Applied to chronic rotator cuff tears with significant retraction, atrophy, and poor tissue quality; may require more extensive mobilization, interval slides, or margin convergence techniques.
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