29862 Hip arthr0 with debridement
Also known as: hip debridement, arthroscopic hip cleanup, hip arthritis treatment
Arthroscopy of the hip with debridement of cartilage and bone for osteoarthritis, chondral defects, or inflammatory pathology.
In Plain Language
cleaning hip joint damage; treating hip arthritis
Clinical Context
Indicated for hip osteoarthritis, chondral lesions, and inflammatory hip joint disease.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.89 |
| Total RVU | 10.89 |
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 10.89, this code ranks in the 62nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 29862?
CPT 29862 (Hip arthr0 with debridement) is a Surgery code. Arthroscopy of the hip with debridement of cartilage and bone for osteoarthritis, chondral defects, or inflammatory pathology.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 29862?
The work RVU for CPT 29862 is 10.89. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 29862 used?
Indicated for hip osteoarthritis, chondral lesions, and inflammatory hip joint disease.
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