29355 application long leg cast walker
Also known as: long leg walking cast, cast with walker, weight-bearing long leg cast
Application of a long leg cast with an integrated walker or foot extension to provide weight-bearing capability and ambulation support.
In Plain Language
walking cast for leg; full leg cast with foot pad
Clinical Context
Used for stable lower extremity fractures where early weight-bearing is permitted, allowing patient ambulation during healing.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.49 |
| Total RVU | 1.49 |
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 1.49, this code ranks in the 9th percentile among Surgery codes — 5.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 29355?
CPT 29355 (application long leg cast walker) is a Surgery code. Application of a long leg cast with an integrated walker or foot extension to provide weight-bearing capability and ambulation support.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 29355?
The work RVU for CPT 29355 is 1.49. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Physical Medicine.
When is CPT 29355 used?
Used for stable lower extremity fractures where early weight-bearing is permitted, allowing patient ambulation during healing.
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