CPT 29826
Sho arthrs srg decompression
CPT 29826 at a glance
- Code
- 29826
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Sho arthrs srg decompression
- Category
- ASC Surgical
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (surgical)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is CPT code 29826?
CPT 29826 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code. Its official short descriptor is "Sho arthrs srg decompression". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Surgical.
Is CPT 29826 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 29826 can be performed in a certified ambulatory surgery center.
Where is CPT 29826 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
Which specialties use CPT 29826?
CPT 29826 is most associated with General Surgery, Ortho – Sports Medicine, Orthopaedic Surgery.
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