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25246 Injection for wrist x-ray

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: wrist arthrography, contrast injection wrist

Injection of contrast material into the wrist joint for radiographic imaging (arthrography) to visualize intra-articular structures.

Clinical Context

Performed for diagnostic imaging of wrist cartilage, ligaments, and other intra-articular structures. Increasingly replaced by MRI.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.41
Practice Expense RVU4.07
Malpractice RVU0.14
Total RVU5.62

Est. Medicare Payment

$187.71

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

Specialties

RadiologyOrthopedic SurgeryHand Surgery

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