29040 application bdy cyst sho to hip head
Also known as: body cast with head, cervical-thoracic cast, full spine cast
Application of body cast from shoulders to hips including head piece, providing comprehensive thoracolumbar and cervical spine immobilization.
In Plain Language
Full spine cast; Head and trunk cast; Complete spine immobilization
Clinical Context
Used for thoracolumbar spine fractures or instability with concurrent cervical involvement requiring combined immobilization.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.16 |
| Total RVU | 2.16 |
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 2.16, this code ranks in the 15th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 29040?
CPT 29040 (application bdy cyst sho to hip head) is a Surgery code. Application of body cast from shoulders to hips including head piece, providing comprehensive thoracolumbar and cervical spine immobilization.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 29040?
The work RVU for CPT 29040 is 2.16. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery.
When is CPT 29040 used?
Used for thoracolumbar spine fractures or instability with concurrent cervical involvement requiring combined immobilization.
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