29836 Elbow arthroscopy/surgery
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: OCD elbow, osteochondritis dissecans repair, osteochondral lesion repair
Arthroscopy of the elbow with arthroscopic treatment of osteochondritis dissecans or osteochondral lesion including debridement and fixation.
Clinical Context
Used for osteochondritis dissecans of the capitellum and other osteochondral lesions in throwing athletes.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.53 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.43 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.45 |
| Total RVU | 16.41 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$548.09
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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