23921 Disarticulation sho sec closure
Also known as: shoulder disarticulation with closure, SD with flap closure, staged shoulder disarticulation
Disarticulation of shoulder with secondary closure (closure of residual wound). Shoulder disarticulation with subsequent soft tissue reconstruction or closure.
Clinical Context
Secondary procedure following initial shoulder disarticulation when delayed closure is required for infection control, flap design, or tissue healing optimization.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.58 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.97 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.20 |
| Total RVU | 13.75 |
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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