24345 Repair elbow medial ligmnt with tissu
Also known as: medial ligament repair, medial collateral ligament repair, UCL repair
Repair of elbow medial ligament with tissue transfer or local tissue flap. Restoration of medial collateral ligament integrity.
In Plain Language
Surgical repair of the inner ligament of the elbow; Restoration of inner elbow ligament strength
Clinical Context
Used to restore stability of the medial collateral ligament (ulnar collateral ligament) following injury or chronic instability in overhead athletes.
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 24345?
CPT 24345 (Repair elbow medial ligmnt with tissu) is a Surgery code. Repair of elbow medial ligament with tissue transfer or local tissue flap. Restoration of medial collateral ligament integrity.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 24345?
The work RVU for CPT 24345 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 24345 used?
Used to restore stability of the medial collateral ligament (ulnar collateral ligament) following injury or chronic instability in overhead athletes.
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