29861 Hip arthroscopic with foreign body removal
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: loose body removal hip, foreign body removal hip, hip cleanup
Arthroscopy of the hip with removal of loose bodies and foreign materials from the hip joint.
Clinical Context
Used for loose bodies from osteoarthritis, femoroacetabular impingement, or osteochondromatosis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.85 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.01 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.82 |
| Total RVU | 19.68 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$657.31
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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