24343 Repair elbow lateral ligmnt with tissue
Also known as: lateral ligament repair, lateral collateral ligament repair, LUCL repair
Repair of elbow lateral ligament with tissue transfer or local tissue flap. Restoration of lateral collateral ligament integrity.
Clinical Context
Used to restore stability of the lateral collateral ligament complex following injury or chronic instability, using local tissue or transfer.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.93 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.55 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.78 |
| Total RVU | 20.26 |
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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