23450 Repair shoulder capsule
Also known as: anterior capsular repair, anterior bank repair, Bankart repair
Repair of shoulder capsule (anterior). Primary repair or tightening of anterior glenohumeral ligaments and joint capsule for anterior instability.
In Plain Language
tightening of front shoulder joint; repair of front shoulder stability
Clinical Context
Standard approach for anterior shoulder instability from anterior labral-ligamentous periosteal sleeve avulsion (ALPSA) or Bankart lesion via open arthrotomy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.36 |
| Total RVU | 13.36 |
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 13.36, this code ranks in the 68th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 23450?
CPT 23450 (Repair shoulder capsule) is a Surgery code. Repair of shoulder capsule (anterior). Primary repair or tightening of anterior glenohumeral ligaments and joint capsule for anterior instability.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 23450?
The work RVU for CPT 23450 is 13.36. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 23450 used?
Standard approach for anterior shoulder instability from anterior labral-ligamentous periosteal sleeve avulsion (ALPSA) or Bankart lesion via open arthrotomy.
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