24000 Arthrotomy elbow exploration drainage/removal foreign body
Also known as: elbow arthrotomy, elbow joint drainage, elbow exploration
Arthrotomy of elbow (exploration, drainage, or removal of foreign body). Opening of elbow joint for exploration, drainage, or foreign body removal.
Clinical Context
Performed for septic arthritis, traumatic hemarthrosis, foreign body in joint space, or diagnostic exploration of elbow pathology.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.93 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.66 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.22 |
| Total RVU | 13.81 |
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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