29895 Ankle arthroscopy/surgery
Also known as: ankle scope with treatment, therapeutic ankle arthroscopy, ankle debridement
Arthroscopic treatment of ankle joint with therapeutic intervention for cartilage damage, loose bodies, or synovitis, performed endoscopically.
In Plain Language
ankle joint repair during scope; ankle cleaning and treatment
Clinical Context
Indicated for osteoarthritis, loose bodies, synovitis, or chondral damage requiring direct visualization and therapeutic manipulation or removal.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.95 |
| Total RVU | 6.95 |
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 6.95, this code ranks in the 45th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 29895?
CPT 29895 (Ankle arthroscopy/surgery) is a Surgery code. Arthroscopic treatment of ankle joint with therapeutic intervention for cartilage damage, loose bodies, or synovitis, performed endoscopically.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 29895?
The work RVU for CPT 29895 is 6.95. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 29895 used?
Indicated for osteoarthritis, loose bodies, synovitis, or chondral damage requiring direct visualization and therapeutic manipulation or removal.
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