29915 Hip arthroscopic acetabuloplasty
Also known as: hip scope with acetabuloplasty, pincer impingement repair, acetabular rim trimming
Arthroscopic acetabuloplasty of the hip, including arthroscopic reshaping of the acetabular rim to address pincer-type femoroacetabular impingement.
In Plain Language
hip socket edge shaving; hip joint socket reshaping
Clinical Context
Indicated for symptomatic pincer-type femoroacetabular impingement causing hip pain, limited motion, and labral damage.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 14.63 |
| Total RVU | 14.63 |
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 14.63, this code ranks in the 72nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.8x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 29915?
CPT 29915 (Hip arthroscopic acetabuloplasty) is a Surgery code. Arthroscopic acetabuloplasty of the hip, including arthroscopic reshaping of the acetabular rim to address pincer-type femoroacetabular impingement.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 29915?
The work RVU for CPT 29915 is 14.63. This code is primarily used by Hip Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 29915 used?
Indicated for symptomatic pincer-type femoroacetabular impingement causing hip pain, limited motion, and labral damage.
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