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.
In Plain Language
jaw joint surgery with camera; operating on jaw joint
Clinical Context
Used for surgical correction of temporomandibular joint meniscal tears, internal derangement, and intra-articular pathology.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.65 |
| Total RVU | 8.65 |
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 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 8.65, this code ranks in the 53rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 29804?
CPT 29804 (Jaw arthroscopy/surgery) is a Surgery code. Arthroscopy of the temporomandibular joint with surgical intervention including procedures such as meniscal repair, discectomy, or lysis of adhesions.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 29804?
The work RVU for CPT 29804 is 8.65. This code is primarily used by Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Otolaryngology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 29804 used?
Used for surgical correction of temporomandibular joint meniscal tears, internal derangement, and intra-articular pathology.
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