29860 Hip arthroscopy diagnosis
Also known as: hip arthroscopy, hip scope, diagnostic hip arthroscopy
Arthroscopy of the hip joint with diagnostic evaluation and examination of intra-articular hip structures.
In Plain Language
camera surgery of hip; looking inside hip
Clinical Context
Indicated for hip pain, femoroacetabular impingement, loose bodies, and diagnostic evaluation of hip pathology.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.78 |
| Total RVU | 8.78 |
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 8.78, this code ranks in the 54th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 29860?
CPT 29860 (Hip arthroscopy diagnosis) is a Surgery code. Arthroscopy of the hip joint with diagnostic evaluation and examination of intra-articular hip structures.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 29860?
The work RVU for CPT 29860 is 8.78. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 29860 used?
Indicated for hip pain, femoroacetabular impingement, loose bodies, and diagnostic evaluation of hip pathology.
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