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29887 Arthrs knee srg drlg od fixation

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: OCD fixation, arthroscopic ORIF OCD, lesion fixation

Arthroscopy of the knee with drilling and internal fixation of an osteochondritis dissecans lesion with screw or pin fixation.

Clinical Context

Indicated for unstable osteochondritis dissecans lesions requiring internal fixation.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU9.91
Practice Expense RVU9.25
Malpractice RVU2.11
Total RVU21.27

Est. Medicare Payment

$710.42

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

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgerySports Medicine

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