23455 Repair shoulder capsule
Also known as: complex anterior capsule repair, extended anterior repair, anterior repair with advancement
Repair of shoulder capsule (anterior) with increased complexity or additional procedures. Enhanced anterior capsular repair with additional soft tissue procedures.
Clinical Context
Used for anterior instability with additional pathology such as rotator interval involvement, significant tissue laxity requiring capsular advancement, or humeral head defects.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 14.30 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.33 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.73 |
| Total RVU | 26.36 |
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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