29010 application risser jacket body only
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.
In Plain Language
Trunk cast; Chest and trunk cast; Upper back cast
Clinical Context
Used for thoracic and thoracolumbar spine fractures or post-surgical immobilization; Risser jacket provides trunk stability.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.01 |
| Total RVU | 2.01 |
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 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 2.01, this code ranks in the 14th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 29010?
CPT 29010 (application risser jacket body only) is a Surgery code. Application of Risser jacket body cast covering shoulders to hips on trunk only, used for thoracic and thoracolumbar spine immobilization without head inclusion.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 29010?
The work RVU for CPT 29010 is 2.01. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery.
When is CPT 29010 used?
Used for thoracic and thoracolumbar spine fractures or post-surgical immobilization; Risser jacket provides trunk stability.
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