29823 Sho arthrs srg xtnsv debridement
Also known as: extensive debridement, aggressive debridement, comprehensive cleanup, shoulder arthroscopy with extensive debridement
Arthroscopy of the shoulder with extensive debridement of cartilage, bone, or soft tissue removing significant amounts of diseased structures.
Clinical Context
Used for advanced osteoarthritis, severe chondral loss, and extensive inflammatory or degenerative disease.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.78 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.39 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.56 |
| Total RVU | 16.73 |
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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