29892 Arthrs aid repair od lesion/tib fracture
Also known as: ankle OCD fixation, ankle arthroscopy with repair, talar lesion fixation
Arthroscopic repair of osteochondral lesion with soft tissue fixation of talus and/or tibia fracture, using endoscopic techniques to stabilize and repair separated cartilage-bone fragments.
In Plain Language
ankle cartilage repair with stabilization; ankle joint fragment fixation
Clinical Context
Indicated for osteochondral defects with loose fragments or unstable lesions requiring fixation; useful for acute osteochondral fractures or persistent lesions unresponsive to conservative therapy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.01 |
| Total RVU | 10.01 |
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 10.01, this code ranks in the 59th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 29892?
CPT 29892 (Arthrs aid repair od lesion/tib fracture) is a Surgery code. Arthroscopic repair of osteochondral lesion with soft tissue fixation of talus and/or tibia fracture, using endoscopic techniques to stabilize and repair separated cartilage-bone fragments.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 29892?
The work RVU for CPT 29892 is 10.01. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 29892 used?
Indicated for osteochondral defects with loose fragments or unstable lesions requiring fixation; useful for acute osteochondral fractures or persistent lesions unresponsive to conservative therapy.
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