24220 Injection procedures for elbow arthg
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.
In Plain Language
Injection into the elbow joint for diagnosis or treatment; Joint injection with contrast or medicine
Clinical Context
Used for diagnostic arthrography, therapeutic joint injection for pain relief, or aspiration of joint fluid for evaluation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.28 |
| Total RVU | 1.28 |
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 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 1.28, this code ranks in the 7th percentile among Surgery codes — 6.2x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 24220?
CPT 24220 (Injection procedures for elbow arthg) is a Surgery code. Injection of contrast or anesthetic agent for elbow joint arthrocentesis or arthrography. Diagnostic or therapeutic injection into the elbow joint.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 24220?
The work RVU for CPT 24220 is 1.28. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Radiology, Sports Medicine.
When is CPT 24220 used?
Used for diagnostic arthrography, therapeutic joint injection for pain relief, or aspiration of joint fluid for evaluation.
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