29897 Ankle arthroscopy/surgery
Also known as: syndesmosis repair, high ankle sprain repair, syndesmotic fixation
Arthroscopic repair of ankle syndesmotic injury, including syndesmotic ligament reconstruction or reduction of the tibiofibular joint space.
Clinical Context
Indicated for high ankle sprains with syndesmotic ligament disruption or anterior tibiofibular ligament injury causing instability; less common than anterior talofibular ligament injuries.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.14 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 5.62 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.16 |
| Total RVU | 13.92 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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