Mar 1, 2016 · For example: A surgeon performs a right, arthroscopic rotator cuff repair with a distal claviculectomy, acromioplasty, and debridement of the labrum. A subacromial decompression is …

HCPCS code C9781 for Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with implantation of subacromial spacer (e.g., balloon), includes debridement (e.g., limited or extensive), subacromial decompression, …

Feb 3, 2021 · Wording now more specific, offers clearer guidance. Sometimes, CPT® drops a completely new code and coders need to get used to working it into their arsenal of choices. Other …

Jan 29, 2025 · The subacromial decompression was done by removing a spur (the definition of bone spur is an osteophyte) Per an article I read on the AAPC website states that removing an …

Jun 1, 2017 · What is the correct way to bill for acromioclavicular (20605), subacromial space (20610) and glenohumeral joint (20610) injections into the same shoulder? If the injection is given with one …

Dec 4, 2019 · Subacromial impingement is a condition where the rotator cuff tendon is pinched between the humeral head and the acromion. Arthroscopic surgery for shoulder impingement involves …

Feb 18, 2026 · An anterior subacromial spur was present. The arthroscopic bur was utilized to remove 5-mm of anterior acromial bone, performing an acromioplasty and achieving the subacromial …

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Jul 1, 2017 · If only a subacromial bursectomy is performed, without any bone resection, report a debridement, not +29826. Many surgeons continue to perform arthroscopic subacromial …

Jun 4, 2021 · Rotator cuff (bursal, articular, subacromial bursa) Examples of extensive debridement include: Chondroplasty and a debridement of the labrum (a combination of hard and soft structures). …