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29010 application risser jacket body only

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: Risser jacket, body cast, trunk cast

Application of Risser jacket body cast covering shoulders to hips on trunk only, used for thoracic and thoracolumbar spine immobilization without head inclusion.

Clinical Context

Used for thoracic and thoracolumbar spine fractures or post-surgical immobilization; Risser jacket provides trunk stability.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU2.01
Practice Expense RVU7.06
Malpractice RVU0.43
Total RVU9.50

Est. Medicare Payment

$317.30

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

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryTrauma Surgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.