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.
In Plain Language
Surgical repair of the outer ligament of the elbow; Restoration of outer elbow ligament strength
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 |
| Total RVU | 8.93 |
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 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 8.93, this code ranks in the 54th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 24343?
CPT 24343 (Repair elbow lateral ligmnt with tissue) is a Surgery code. Repair of elbow lateral ligament with tissue transfer or local tissue flap. Restoration of lateral collateral ligament integrity.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 24343?
The work RVU for CPT 24343 is 8.93. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery, Sports Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 24343 used?
Used to restore stability of the lateral collateral ligament complex following injury or chronic instability, using local tissue or transfer.
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