23430 Repair biceps tendon
Also known as: biceps repair, biceps tenotomy and repair, long head biceps repair, shoulder manipulation under anesthesia, frozen shoulder manipulation
Repair of biceps tendon (long head of biceps at shoulder). Repair, reattachment, or reconstruction of biceps tendon at proximal insertion.
Clinical Context
Performed for acute proximal biceps tendon rupture, chronic tear, or pulley lesion; may include tenotomy with transfer, anchoring, or direct repair depending on tissue quality.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.92 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.94 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.99 |
| Total RVU | 20.85 |
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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