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, rotator cuff repair arthroscopic
Arthroscopy of the shoulder with repair of rotator cuff tear using arthroscopic techniques and fixation devices.
In Plain Language
repairing shoulder muscle tear; fixing rotator cuff
Clinical Context
Indicated for acute or chronic rotator cuff tears including supraspinatus, infraspinatus, and subscapularis repairs.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 15.20 |
| Total RVU | 15.20 |
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 15.20, this code ranks in the 73rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.9x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 29827?
CPT 29827 (Sho arthrs srg rt8tr cuf repair) is a Surgery code. Arthroscopy of the shoulder with repair of rotator cuff tear using arthroscopic techniques and fixation devices.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 29827?
The work RVU for CPT 29827 is 15.20. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 29827 used?
Indicated for acute or chronic rotator cuff tears including supraspinatus, infraspinatus, and subscapularis repairs.
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