29871 Arthrs knee surgical for infctj
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: knee washout, septic knee irrigation, infected joint debridement
Arthroscopy of the knee with surgical treatment of intra-articular infection or septic arthritis.
Clinical Context
Indicated for septic arthritis requiring urgent debridement, lavage, and removal of infected material.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.52 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.84 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.35 |
| Total RVU | 14.71 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$491.31
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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