29827 Sho arthrs srg rt8tr cuf repair
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 RVU | 15.20 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 10.98 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.05 |
| Total RVU | 29.23 |
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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