29046 application bdy cyst sho to hip b th
Also known as: body cast bilateral thighs, spica cast, bilateral hip-thigh cast
Application of body cast from shoulders to hips with bilateral thigh extensions, providing trunk and bilateral lower extremity immobilization for pelvis or bilateral hip pathology.
In Plain Language
Trunk and bilateral leg cast; Hip and both leg cast; Double-leg cast
Clinical Context
Used for pelvic fractures, bilateral hip pathology, or bilateral femur involvement requiring comprehensive trunk and bilateral lower extremity immobilization.
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 29046?
CPT 29046 (application bdy cyst sho to hip b th) is a Surgery code. Application of body cast from shoulders to hips with bilateral thigh extensions, providing trunk and bilateral lower extremity immobilization for pelvis or bilateral hip pathology.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 29046?
The work RVU for CPT 29046 is 2.35. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery.
When is CPT 29046 used?
Used for pelvic fractures, bilateral hip pathology, or bilateral femur involvement requiring comprehensive trunk and bilateral lower extremity immobilization.
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