23650 Cltx sho dslc with mnpj wo anesthesia
Also known as: closed reduction shoulder dislocation, shoulder reduction without anesthesia, reduction shoulder dislocation
Closed treatment of shoulder dislocation (anterior, posterior, or inferior) with manipulation without anesthesia. Reduction of shoulder dislocation via manual manipulation without anesthesia.
In Plain Language
putting shoulder back in place without sedation; shoulder popping back in
Clinical Context
Appropriate for acute shoulder dislocations reducible by physical reduction techniques in alert, cooperative patients; low complexity reduction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.44 |
| Total RVU | 3.44 |
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 3.44, this code ranks in the 24th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 23650?
CPT 23650 (Cltx sho dslc with mnpj wo anesthesia) is a Surgery code. Closed treatment of shoulder dislocation (anterior, posterior, or inferior) with manipulation without anesthesia. Reduction of shoulder dislocation via manual manipulation without anesthesia.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 23650?
The work RVU for CPT 23650 is 3.44. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Emergency Medicine, Sports Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 23650 used?
Appropriate for acute shoulder dislocations reducible by physical reduction techniques in alert, cooperative patients; low complexity reduction.
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