23552 Optx acrclv dslc aq/chrn grf
Also known as: ORIF AC with graft, AC reconstruction with ligament, AC repair with ligamentous reconstruction
Open treatment of acromioclavicular dislocation (acute or chronic) with osseous graft (ligamentous reconstruction). Open AC repair with ligament reconstruction and graft.
In Plain Language
surgery to fix shoulder joint with tissue reinforcement; complex shoulder joint repair
Clinical Context
Applied in chronic AC dislocations, horizontal instability, or when direct repair proves inadequate; augments with ligamentous reconstruction for superior stability.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.60 |
| Total RVU | 8.60 |
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 8.60, this code ranks in the 53rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 23552?
CPT 23552 (Optx acrclv dslc aq/chrn grf) is a Surgery code. Open treatment of acromioclavicular dislocation (acute or chronic) with osseous graft (ligamentous reconstruction). Open AC repair with ligament reconstruction and graft.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 23552?
The work RVU for CPT 23552 is 8.60. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 23552 used?
Applied in chronic AC dislocations, horizontal instability, or when direct repair proves inadequate; augments with ligamentous reconstruction for superior stability.
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