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29884 Arthrs knee surgical lysis ads

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: adhesion lysis, arthroscopic lysis, scar tissue release

Arthroscopy of the knee with lysis of adhesions, freeing of scar tissue and restrictive tissues.

Clinical Context

Used for post-traumatic or post-operative knee stiffness and adhesive joint disease.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU8.07
Practice Expense RVU7.82
Malpractice RVU1.66
Total RVU17.55

Est. Medicare Payment

$586.17

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

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryPhysical Medicine

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