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24220 Injection procedures for elbow arthg

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: elbow arthrocentesis, elbow joint injection

Injection of contrast or anesthetic agent for elbow joint arthrocentesis or arthrography. Diagnostic or therapeutic injection into the elbow joint.

Clinical Context

Used for diagnostic arthrography, therapeutic joint injection for pain relief, or aspiration of joint fluid for evaluation.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.28
Practice Expense RVU4.17
Malpractice RVU0.13
Total RVU5.58

Est. Medicare Payment

$186.37

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryRadiologySports Medicine

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.