29044 application bdy cyst sho to hip 1thi
Also known as: body cast with thigh, hip-thigh cast, unilateral thigh extension
Application of body cast from shoulders to hips with one thigh extension, providing trunk and single lower extremity immobilization for proximal femur or pelvis pathology.
In Plain Language
Trunk and thigh cast; Hip and leg cast; One-legged cast
Clinical Context
Used for proximal femur fractures, pelvic fractures, or hip pathology requiring combined trunk and unilateral lower extremity immobilization.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.07 |
| Total RVU | 2.07 |
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 2.07, this code ranks in the 14th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.9x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 29044?
CPT 29044 (application bdy cyst sho to hip 1thi) is a Surgery code. Application of body cast from shoulders to hips with one thigh extension, providing trunk and single lower extremity immobilization for proximal femur or pelvis pathology.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 29044?
The work RVU for CPT 29044 is 2.07. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery.
When is CPT 29044 used?
Used for proximal femur fractures, pelvic fractures, or hip pathology requiring combined trunk and unilateral lower extremity immobilization.
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