29365 application cylinder cast
Also known as: cylinder cast, thigh cylinder, cylindrical leg cast
Application of a cylinder cast extending from the groin or hip to the ankle, providing circumferential immobilization without distinct knee articulation.
In Plain Language
straight leg cast; tube-shaped leg cast
Clinical Context
Used for isolated tibia and fibula fractures, and injuries requiring full length immobilization without weight-bearing.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.15 |
| Total RVU | 1.15 |
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 1.15, this code ranks in the 5th percentile among Surgery codes — 7.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 29365?
CPT 29365 (application cylinder cast) is a Surgery code. Application of a cylinder cast extending from the groin or hip to the ankle, providing circumferential immobilization without distinct knee articulation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 29365?
The work RVU for CPT 29365 is 1.15. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery.
When is CPT 29365 used?
Used for isolated tibia and fibula fractures, and injuries requiring full length immobilization without weight-bearing.
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