29440 Adding walker to preventive cast
Also known as: walker addition, add walker, cast walker
Addition of a walker mechanism to a previously applied cast, converting a non-weight-bearing cast to a weight-bearing cast for mobilization.
In Plain Language
adding walking foot to cast; making cast weight-bearing
Clinical Context
Applied to existing casts when fracture stability permits weight-bearing, allowing patient to ambulate without crutches.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.56 |
| Total RVU | 0.56 |
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 0.56, this code ranks in the 1st percentile among Surgery codes — 14.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 29440?
CPT 29440 (Adding walker to preventive cast) is a Surgery code. Addition of a walker mechanism to a previously applied cast, converting a non-weight-bearing cast to a weight-bearing cast for mobilization.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 29440?
The work RVU for CPT 29440 is 0.56. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery.
When is CPT 29440 used?
Applied to existing casts when fracture stability permits weight-bearing, allowing patient to ambulate without crutches.
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