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24470 Hemiepiphyseal arrest

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: hemiepiphysiodesis, temporary epiphyseal arrest

Hemiepiphyseal arrest. Surgical procedure to halt growth of half of the epiphysis to correct length discrepancy or angular deformity.

Clinical Context

Used in pediatric patients to correct length discrepancies or angular deformities by selectively arresting partial growth plate.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU8.71
Practice Expense RVU8.56
Malpractice RVU1.85
Total RVU19.12

Est. Medicare Payment

$638.61

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryPediatric OrthopedicsDeformity Correction

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