CPT 29515
Application of a short leg splint (calf to foot)
Last reviewed August 2026 · DataLily AI data team
What does CPT 29515 mean?
CPT 29515 reports the application of a short leg splint, extending from the calf to the foot. It describes the splint application itself, separate from any fracture-care or surgical procedure the splint supports.
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CPT 29515 at a glance
- Code
- 29515
- Code type
- CPT
- Short descriptor
- Application short leg splint
- Category
- ASC Surgical
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (surgical)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24); also commonly performed in an office or clinic (POS 11).
- Medicare ASC rate
- $55.39 national · 2026Q2
What is CPT code 29515?
CPT 29515 reports the application of a short leg splint, extending from the calf to the foot. It describes the splint application itself, separate from any fracture-care or surgical procedure the splint supports. Its official short descriptor is "Application short leg splint", and in the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Surgical.
Is CPT 29515 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 29515 can be performed in a certified ambulatory surgery center.
Where is CPT 29515 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24); also commonly performed in an office or clinic (POS 11).
What is the Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 29515?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 29515 is $55.39 (Medicare ASC Payment System, 2026Q2). This is the national, unadjusted Medicare amount; the amount an individual ambulatory surgery center is paid is adjusted for local wage index and may differ. It reflects Medicare's facility payment only and does not include the surgeon's professional fee.
Which specialties use CPT 29515?
CPT 29515 is most associated with General Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery.
Reference information about ASC eligibility and typical procedure setting. Codes, descriptors, and ASC-eligibility status change over time. This is a coding reference, not billing, coding, or legal advice. Always verify against current guidance and individual payer policy before scheduling or billing. CPT is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Read the DataLily AI data methodology.