29883 Arthrs knee srg mnisc repair m & l
Also known as: bilateral meniscal repair, meniscus repair both, complex meniscal repair
Arthroscopy of the knee with repair of both medial and lateral menisci (bilateral meniscal repair).
In Plain Language
stitching both knee cartilage pads; repairing both menisci
Clinical Context
Indicated for bilateral meniscal tears in repairable zones where tissue preservation is possible.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 11.48 |
| Total RVU | 11.48 |
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 11.48, this code ranks in the 64th 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 29883?
CPT 29883 (Arthrs knee srg mnisc repair m & l) is a Surgery code. Arthroscopy of the knee with repair of both medial and lateral menisci (bilateral meniscal repair).
What is the wRVU value for CPT 29883?
The work RVU for CPT 29883 is 11.48. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 29883 used?
Indicated for bilateral meniscal tears in repairable zones where tissue preservation is possible.
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