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29874 Arthrs knee surgical removal loos/foreign body

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: loose body removal knee, foreign body removal, knee cleanup

Arthroscopy of the knee with removal of loose bodies and foreign materials from the knee joint.

Clinical Context

Indicated for loose bodies from osteoarthritis, osteochondritis dissecans, or osteochondromatosis.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU7.01
Practice Expense RVU6.72
Malpractice RVU1.42
Total RVU15.15

Est. Medicare Payment

$506.01

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Orthopedic Surgery

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