29867 Allgrft implant knee with scope
Also known as: allograft knee, osteochondral allograft, donor cartilage transplant
Arthroscopy of the knee with implantation of allograft cartilage (osteochondral allograft) for chondral defect repair from donor tissue.
In Plain Language
using donor cartilage to fix knee; transplanting cartilage from donor
Clinical Context
Used for large osteochondral defects, revision cases, and patients without suitable autograft donor sites.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.93 |
| Total RVU | 17.93 |
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 17.93, this code ranks in the 79th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 29867?
CPT 29867 (Allgrft implant knee with scope) is a Surgery code. Arthroscopy of the knee with implantation of allograft cartilage (osteochondral allograft) for chondral defect repair from donor tissue.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 29867?
The work RVU for CPT 29867 is 17.93. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 29867 used?
Used for large osteochondral defects, revision cases, and patients without suitable autograft donor sites.
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