29847 Wrist arthroscopy/surgery
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: wrist fracture repair, intra-articular fracture reduction, wrist ORIF arthroscopic
Arthroscopy of the wrist with intra-articular fracture reduction or repair of wrist fractures under direct visualization.
Clinical Context
Used for intra-articular distal radius or carpal fractures requiring precise reduction and fixation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.04 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.95 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.49 |
| Total RVU | 15.48 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$517.03
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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