29899 Ankle arthroscopy/surgery
Also known as: extensive ankle arthroscopy, ankle reconstruction scope, comprehensive ankle repair
Arthroscopic treatment of ankle with major reconstruction or extensive soft tissue repair, addressing severe intra-articular pathology or significant joint surface damage.
In Plain Language
major ankle joint repair; extensive ankle reconstruction
Clinical Context
Reserved for severe or complex ankle pathology requiring extensive reconstruction, such as anterior ankle impingement with scar tissue excision and bony spur removal, or significant articular surface damage.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 15.02 |
| Total RVU | 15.02 |
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 15.02, this code ranks in the 73rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.9x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 29899?
CPT 29899 (Ankle arthroscopy/surgery) is a Surgery code. Arthroscopic treatment of ankle with major reconstruction or extensive soft tissue repair, addressing severe intra-articular pathology or significant joint surface damage.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 29899?
The work RVU for CPT 29899 is 15.02. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 29899 used?
Reserved for severe or complex ankle pathology requiring extensive reconstruction, such as anterior ankle impingement with scar tissue excision and bony spur removal, or significant articular surface damage.
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