29450 Application clubfoot cast
Also known as: clubfoot cast, talipes cast, serial cast
Application of a specialized plaster cast for correction and immobilization of clubfoot deformity, typically applied in serial casts for progressive correction.
In Plain Language
foot deformity cast; corrective foot cast
Clinical Context
Used in pediatric clubfoot management following Ponseti method or post-operative immobilization of surgical clubfoot correction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.03 |
| Total RVU | 2.03 |
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 2.03, 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 29450?
CPT 29450 (Application clubfoot cast) is a Surgery code. Application of a specialized plaster cast for correction and immobilization of clubfoot deformity, typically applied in serial casts for progressive correction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 29450?
The work RVU for CPT 29450 is 2.03. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Pediatric Surgery.
When is CPT 29450 used?
Used in pediatric clubfoot management following Ponseti method or post-operative immobilization of surgical clubfoot correction.
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