CPT code 29806 refers to a form of keyhole surgery used to fix loose or damaged tissues in the shoulder joint.
Procedure Explanation:
This procedure is called an arthroscopic shoulder capsulorrhaphy. It involves using a small camera and instruments inserted through tiny cuts in the shoulder to repair the joint’s connective tissue, tightening it to improve stability. The main goal is to correct instability issues, often following dislocations. This procedure does not usually include extensive repairs to bones or other shoulder structures.
Common Names:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy
- Capsular Shift
- Shoulder Stabilization Surgery
Relative Value Units (RVU):
The RVUs associated with this code are 15.14.
How This Procedure Appears:
- Operating Room Schedule Name: Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsular Tightening
- Surgical Consent Form Name: Arthroscopic Shoulder Capsulorrhaphy
Typical Patients and Diagnoses:
This procedure is often performed on patients who have experienced recurrent shoulder dislocations or who suffer from joint instability. For instance, athletes who repeatedly injure their shoulder during sports might undergo this surgery to stabilize the joint.
Associated ICD-10 Codes:
- M75.81: Represents shoulder instability, which means the shoulder joint doesn’t stay firm within the socket.
- S43.011A: Describes a dislocated shoulder where the top of the arm bone has come out of its usual position at the shoulder joint.
- S43.021A: Refers to a partial dislocation of the shoulder, where the arm bone is only slightly out of place.
Summary
In summary, code 29806 describes a minimally invasive surgery to fix a loose shoulder. Typical ICD-10 codes associated with 29806 include M75.81 (shoulder instability) and S43.011A (shoulder dislocation).
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