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29844 Wrist arthroscopy/surgery

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: TFCC repair, triangular fibrocartilage repair, ulnar sided wrist repair

Arthroscopy of the wrist with treatment of triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) tear or ulnar-sided wrist pathology.

Clinical Context

Indicated for TFCC tears, ulnar impaction syndrome, and ulnar-sided wrist pain.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU6.35
Practice Expense RVU6.50
Malpractice RVU1.25
Total RVU14.10

Est. Medicare Payment

$470.94

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

Specialties

Hand SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery

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