23660 Optx acute shoulder dislc
Also known as: open reduction shoulder dislocation, open shoulder dislocation repair, surgical dislocation reduction
Open treatment of acute shoulder dislocation. Open reduction via direct visualization and stabilization of acute shoulder dislocation.
In Plain Language
surgery to fix dislocated shoulder; shoulder dislocation surgery
Clinical Context
Indicated for acute dislocations irreducible by closed methods, associated with significant soft tissue injury, neurovascular compromise, or requiring concurrent soft tissue repair.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.47 |
| Total RVU | 7.47 |
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 7.47, this code ranks in the 48th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 23660?
CPT 23660 (Optx acute shoulder dislc) is a Surgery code. Open treatment of acute shoulder dislocation. Open reduction via direct visualization and stabilization of acute shoulder dislocation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 23660?
The work RVU for CPT 23660 is 7.47. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 23660 used?
Indicated for acute dislocations irreducible by closed methods, associated with significant soft tissue injury, neurovascular compromise, or requiring concurrent soft tissue repair.
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