25101 Explore/treat wrist joint
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: wrist exploration, wrist joint exploration
Exploration of the wrist joint to identify and treat pathology including loose bodies, synovial lesions, or ligamentous injuries.
Clinical Context
Performed for diagnostic evaluation and treatment of intra-articular pathology such as scapholunate ligament injuries, loose bodies, or synovitis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.71 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.11 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.92 |
| Total RVU | 11.74 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$392.12
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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