24370 Revise reconst elbow joint
Also known as: elbow revision reconstruction, revision elbow surgery
Revision of reconstructed elbow joint. Surgical revision of failed or complicated elbow reconstruction.
In Plain Language
Surgical revision of a previously reconstructed elbow; Redo surgery for failed elbow reconstruction
Clinical Context
Used to address complications, failures, or suboptimal outcomes of previous elbow reconstruction procedures.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 22.96 |
| Total RVU | 22.96 |
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 22.96, this code ranks in the 86th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.9x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 24370?
CPT 24370 (Revise reconst elbow joint) is a Surgery code. Revision of reconstructed elbow joint. Surgical revision of failed or complicated elbow reconstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 24370?
The work RVU for CPT 24370 is 22.96. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Revision Surgery, Hand Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 24370 used?
Used to address complications, failures, or suboptimal outcomes of previous elbow reconstruction procedures.
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