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29827 Sho arthrs srg rt8tr cuf repair

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: rotator cuff repair, RC repair, arthroscopic RC fix, shoulder arthroscopy with rotator cuff repair, arthroscopic RCR

Arthroscopy of the shoulder with repair of rotator cuff tear using arthroscopic techniques and fixation devices.

Clinical Context

Indicated for acute or chronic rotator cuff tears including supraspinatus, infraspinatus, and subscapularis repairs.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU15.20
Practice Expense RVU10.98
Malpractice RVU3.05
Total RVU29.23

Est. Medicare Payment

$976.28

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgerySports Medicine

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