29834 Elbow arthroscopy/surgery
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: elbow arthroscopic surgery, arthroscopic elbow cleanup, loose body removal
Arthroscopy of the elbow with surgical treatment including removal of loose bodies, osteophytes, or arthroscopic debridement.
Clinical Context
Used for loose bodies, osteophytes, arthritis, and other mechanical elbow pathology.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.26 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.51 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.26 |
| Total RVU | 14.03 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$468.60
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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