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Medicare rates as of October 2026
CPT 29844 is classified under Surgery, in the Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System subgroup.
Remove Wrist Joint Lining, Surgery Aided By A Scope (Arthroscopy) To Remove All Or A Portion Of The Lining Of The Wrist Joint.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System |
| Common Place of Service | 24Ambulatory Surgical Center 22On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | RTRight side of body LTLeft side of body |
| Hospital Outpatient Group (APC) | APC 5113 - Level 3 Musculoskeletal Procedures |
| Surgery Center Payment (ASC) | A2 - Paid separately, from the OPPS relative weight |
| Common Revenue Codes | 0360 |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $470.95 national non-facility rate (2026)View Medicare rates for 29844 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $376.305 median of the 8 states in the free previewView Medicaid rates for 29844 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 29844 by major payers:
$685.43
BCBS / Anthem
$672.83
UnitedHealthcare
$702.37
Aetna
$824.88
Cigna
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CPT 29844
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
St. David'S Healthcare Partnership, L.P., LLP, St. David'S Medical Center
$10,677.00Published rateFlorida Springs Surgery Center LLC
Florida Springs Surgery Center L
$3,570.00Published rateBaptist-Physicians Surgery Center
Baptist-Physicians Surgery Cent
$2,275.00Published rateWaterfront Surgery Center LLC
Waterfront Surgery Center
$1,357.00Published ratePuget Sound Gastroenterology, PLLC, Evergreen Endoscopy Center
Puget Sound Gastroenterology, P.S.
$753.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 29844 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The table lists codes related to 29844. Select one to see its fee schedule.
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 29840-CPT | Wrist Surgery With Scope, Wrist Surgery Aided By A Scope (Arthroscopy). The Procedure May Include Taking A Sample Of Tissue Or Joint Fluid For Testing (Biopsy). |
| 29843-CPT | Arthroscopy,Wrist,Surg;Infection,Lavage, |
| 29844-CPT | Remove Wrist Joint Lining, Surgery Aided By A Scope (Arthroscopy) To Remove All Or A Portion Of The Lining Of The Wrist Joint. |
| 29845-CPT | Remove Wrist Joint Lining, Surgery Aided By A Scope (Arthroscopy) To Remove All Or A Portion Of The Lining Of The Wrist Joint. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 29844. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
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Factors that affect fee schedules
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Frequently Asked Questions
What APC is CPT 29844 assigned to?
Medicare's hospital outpatient payment system (OPPS) assigns CPT 29844 to APC 5113 (Level 3 Musculoskeletal Procedures). An APC groups outpatient services that Medicare pays at the same base rate.
How does Medicare pay for CPT 29844 in an ambulatory surgery center?
CMS lists CPT 29844 with ASC payment indicator A2: Paid separately, from the OPPS relative weight.
Which revenue codes are billed with CPT 29844?
Hospital price transparency files list CPT 29844 under these revenue codes: 0360. A revenue code names the hospital department or charge category for the line; it does not change what the service is.