29015 application rissr jacket bdy with head
Also known as: Risser jacket with head, body cast with head, cervical body cast
Application of Risser jacket body cast including head piece, covering shoulders to hips with cervical support for comprehensive spine immobilization.
In Plain Language
Trunk and head cast; Full spine cast; Comprehensive spine cast
Clinical Context
Used for thoracolumbar spine fractures or instability requiring combined cervical and trunk immobilization for optimal stability.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.35 |
| Total RVU | 2.35 |
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 2.35, this code ranks in the 16th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 29015?
CPT 29015 (application rissr jacket bdy with head) is a Surgery code. Application of Risser jacket body cast including head piece, covering shoulders to hips with cervical support for comprehensive spine immobilization.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 29015?
The work RVU for CPT 29015 is 2.35. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery.
When is CPT 29015 used?
Used for thoracolumbar spine fractures or instability requiring combined cervical and trunk immobilization for optimal stability.
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