29804 Jaw arthroscopy/surgery
Also known as: TMJ surgery, jaw arthroscopic surgery, mandibular joint surgery
Arthroscopy of the temporomandibular joint with surgical intervention including procedures such as meniscal repair, discectomy, or lysis of adhesions.
Clinical Context
Used for surgical correction of temporomandibular joint meniscal tears, internal derangement, and intra-articular pathology.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.65 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.43 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.14 |
| Total RVU | 16.22 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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