Bone, joint and muscle - MBS items

The following MBS item numbers are included in this clinical category. The following is an indicative list of MBS items that are covered in the clinical category. Other MBS items not listed here may also be covered. If you cannot find the item you are looking for, please speak with your insurer.

18350

Botulinum Toxin Type A Purified Neurotoxin Complex (Botox), injection of, for the treatment of hemifacial spasm in a patient who is at least 12 years of age, including all such injections on any one day

18351

Clostridium Botulinum Type A Toxin-Haemagglutinin Complex (Dysport), injection of, for the treatment of hemifacial spasm in a patient who is at least 18 years of age, including all such injections on any one day

18353

Botulinum Toxin Type A Purified Neurotoxin Complex (Botox) or Clostridium Botulinum Type A Toxin-Haemagglutinin Complex (Dysport) or IncobotulinumtoxinA (Xeomin), injection of, for the treatment of cervical dystonia (spasmodic torticollis), including all such injections on any one day

18354

Botulinum Toxin Type A Purified Neurotixin Complex (Botox) or Clostridium Botulinum Type A Toxin-Haemagglutinin Complex (Dysport), injection of, for the treatment of dynamic equinus foot deformity (including equinovarus and equinovalgus) due to spasticity in an ambulant cerebral palsy patient, if:(a)    the patient is at least 2 years of age; and (b)    the treatment is for all or any of the muscles subserving one functional activity and supplied by one motor nerve,     with a maximum of 4 sets of injections for the patient on any one day (with a maximum of  2 sets of injections for     each lower limb), including all injections per set (Anaes.)

18360

Botulinum Toxin Type A Purified Neurotoxin Complex (Botox), or Clostridium Botulinum Type A Toxin Haemagglutinin Complex (Dysport),injection of, for the treatment of moderate to severe focal spasticity, if: (a)the patient is at least 18 years of age; and (b)the spasticity is associated with a previously diagnosed neurological disorder; and (c)treatment is provided as: (i)second line therapy when standard treatment for the conditions has failed; or (ii)an adjunct to physical therapy; and (d)the treatment is for all or any of the muscles subserving one functional activity and supplied by one motor nerve, with a maximum of 4 sets of injections for the patient on any one day (with a maximum of 2 sets of injections for each limb), including all injections per set; and (e)the treatment is not provided on the same occasion as a service mentioned in item 18365

18361

Clostridium Botulinum Type A Toxin-Haemagglutinin Complex (Dysport) or Botulinum Toxin Type A Purified Neurotoxin Complex (Botox), injection of, for the treatment of moderate to severe upper limb spasticity due to cerebral palsy if: (a) the patient is at least 2 years of age; and (b) the treatment is for all or any of the muscles subserving one functional activity and supplied by one motor nerve, with a maximum of 4 sets of injections for the patient on any one day (with a maximum of 2 sets of injections for each upper limb), including all injections per set (Anaes.)

18365

Botulinum Toxin Type A Purified Neurotoxin Complex (Botox) or Clostridium Botulinum Type A Toxin-Haemagglutinin Complex (Dysport) or IncobotulinumtoxinA (Xeomin), injection of, for the treatment of moderate to severe spasticity of the upper limb following an acute event,if: (a) the patient is at least 18 years of age; and (b) treatment is provided as: (i)second line therapy when standard treatment for the condition has failed; or (ii) an adjunct to physical therapy; and (c) the patient does not have established severe contracture in the limb that is to be treated; and (d) the treatment is for all or any of the muscles subserving one functional activity and supplied by one motor nerve, with a maximum of 4 sets of injections for the patient on any one day (with a maximum of 2 sets of injections for each upper limb), including all injections per set; and (e) for a patient who has received treatment on 2 previous separate occasions - the patient has responded to the treatment

30103

SINUS, excision of, involving muscle and deep tissue (Anaes.)

30107

Excision of ganglion, other than a service associated with a service to which another item in this Group applies (Anaes.)

30226

MUSCLE, excision of (LIMITED), or fasciotomy (Anaes.)

30229

MUSCLE, excision of (EXTENSIVE) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

30232

MUSCLE, RUPTURED, repair of (limited), not associated with external wound (Anaes.)

30235

MUSCLE, RUPTURED, repair of (extensive), not associated with external wound (Anaes.) (Assist.)

30238

FASCIA, DEEP, repair of, FOR HERNIATED MUSCLE (Anaes.)

30241

BONE TUMOUR, INNOCENT, excision of, not being a service to which another item in this Group applies (Anaes.) (Assist.)

30244

STYLOID PROCESS OF TEMPORAL BONE, removal of (Anaes.) (Assist.)

32036

SACROCOCCYGEAL AND PRESACRAL TUMOURexcision of (Anaes.) (Assist.)

39331

Carpal tunnel release, including division of transverse carpal ligament or release of median nerve, by any method, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) synovectomy; (b) neurolysis; other than a service associated with: (c) a service to which item 46339 applies; or (d) a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site (Anaes.) (Assist.)

39332

Revision of carpal tunnel release, including division of transverse carpal ligament or release of median nerve, by any method, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) synovectomy; (b) neurolysis; other than a service associated with: (c) a service to which item 46339 applies; or (d) a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site (Anaes.) (Assist.)

39336

Ulnar nerve decompression at elbow or wrist (cubital tunnel or Guyon’s canal) without transposition, by any method, including neurolysis (if performed), other than a service associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site (Anaes.) (Assist.)

39339

Revision of ulnar nerve decompression at elbow (cubital tunnel) without transposition, by any method, including neurolysis (if performed), other than a service associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site (Anaes.) (Assist.)

39342

Ulnar nerve decompression at elbow (cubital tunnel), including any of the following (if performed): (a) associated transposition; (b) subcutaneous or submuscular transposition of the nerve; (c) medial epicondylectomy; (d) ostetomy and reconstruction of the flexor origin; (e) neurolysis; other than a service associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site (Anaes.) (Assist.)

39345

Localised decompression of radial, median or ulnar nerve, or branches of, in the forearm for compressive neuropathy, including neurolysis (if performed), other than a service associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site (Anaes.) (Assist.)

43521

OPERATION ON SKULL (Anaes.) (Assist.)

43527

Operation on sternum, clavicle, rib, metacarpus, carpus, phalanx, metatarsus, tarsus, mandible or maxilla (other than alveolar margins), by open or arthroscopic means, for septic arthritis or osteomyelitis—one approach, inclusive of the adjoining joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

43530

Operation on scapula, ulna, radius, tibia, fibula, humerus or femur, by open or arthroscopic means, for septic arthritis or osteomyelitis—one approach, inclusive of the adjoining joint (Anaes.) (Assist.)

43533

Operation on spine or pelvic bones, by open or arthroscopic means, for septic arthritis or osteomyelitis—one approach, inclusive of the adjoining joint (Anaes.) (Assist.)

43876

SACROCOCCYGEAL TERATOMA, excision of, by posterior approach (Anaes.) (Assist.)

43879

SACROCOCCYGEAL TERATOMA, excision of, by combined posterior and abdominal approach (Anaes.) (Assist.)

44325

Amputation of hand, transcarpal (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

44328

Amputation of hand, proximal to wrist radiocarpal joint, through forearm (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

44331

AMPUTATION AT SHOULDER (Anaes.) (Assist.)

44334

INTERSCAPULOTHORACIC AMPUTATION (Anaes.) (Assist.)

44338

Amputation of one digit of one foot, distal to metatarsal head, including any of the following (if performed): (a) resection of bone or joint; (b) excision of neuroma; (c) skin cover with homodigital flaps (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

44342

Amputation of 2 digits of one foot, distal to metatarsal head, including any of the following (if performed): (a) resection of bone or joint; (b) excision of neuroma; (c) skin cover with homodigital flaps (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

44346

Amputation of 3 digits of one foot, distal to metatarsal head, including any of the following (if performed): (a) resection of bone or joint; (b) excision of neuroma; (c) skin cover with homodigital flaps (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

44350

Amputation of 4 digits of one foot, distal to metatarsal head, including any of the following (if performed): (a) resection of bone or joint; (b) excision of neuroma; (c) skin cover with homodigital flaps (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

44354

Amputation of 5 digits of one foot, distal to metatarsal head, including any of the following (if performed): (a) resection of bone or joint; (b) excision of neuroma; (c) skin cover with homodigital flaps (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

44358

Amputation of one ray of one foot, proximal to the metatarsal head, including any of the following (if performed): (a) resection of bone; (b) excision of neuromas; (c) skin cover or recontouring with homodigital flaps (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

44359

Amputation of one or more toes of one foot, or amputation at midfoot or hindfoot of one foot, for diabetic or other microvascular disease; (a) including any of the following (if performed): (i) resection of bone; (ii) excision of neuromas; (iii) excision of one or more bones of the foot; (iv) treatment of underlying infection; (v) skin cover or recontouring with homodigital flaps; and (b) excluding aftercare; —applicable only once per foot per occasion on which the service is performed (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

44361

Amputation of foot, at ankle or hindfoot, including any of the following (if performed): (a) resection of bone; (b) excision of neuromas; (c) skin cover; (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

44364

Amputation of foot, transtarsal, including any of the following (if performed): (a) resection of bone; (b) excision of neuromas; (c) skin cover; (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

44367

Amputation through thigh, at knee or below knee (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

44370

AMPUTATION AT HIP (Anaes.) (Assist.)

44373

HINDQUARTER, amputation of (Anaes.) (Assist.)

44376

Amputation stump, re-amputation of, to provide adequate skin and muscle cover (Anaes.) (Assist.)

45605

MANDIBLE OR MAXILLA, segmental resection of, for tumours or cysts (Anaes.) (Assist.)

45788

Glenoid fossa, construction of, from bone and cartilage graft, and creation of condyle and ascending ramus of mandible, in hemifacial microsomia, not including harvesting of graft material (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

45851

Temporomandibular joint, manipulation of, as an independent procedure performed in the operating theatre of a hospital, other than a service associated with a service to which any other item in this Group applies (H) (Anaes.)

45855

Temporomandibular joint, arthroscopy of, with or without biopsy, other than a service associated with another arthroscopic procedure of that joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

45857

Temporomandibular joint, arthroscopy of, removal of loose bodies, debridement, or lysis and lavage or biopsy (including repositioning of meniscus where indicated)—one or more such procedures of that joint, other than a service associated with any other arthroscopic or open procedure of the temporomandibular joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

45871

TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT, open surgical exploration of, with meniscus, capsular and condylar head surgery, with or without microsurgical techniques (Anaes.) (Assist.)

45873

Temporomandibular joint, surgery of, involving procedures to which item 45871 applies and also involving the use of tissue flaps, or cartilage graft, or allograft implants, with or without microsurgical techniques (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46300

Arthrodesis of interphalangeal or metacarpophalangeal joint of hand, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) joint debridement; (b) synovectomy —one joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46303

Arthrodesis of carpometacarpal joint of hand, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) joint debridement; (b) synovectomy —one joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46308

Volar plate or soft tissue interposition arthroplasty of interphalangeal or metacarpophalangeal joint of hand, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) realignment procedures; (b) tendon transfer —one joint (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46330

Ligamentous or capsular repair or reconstruction of interphalangeal or metacarpophalangeal joint of hand, including any of the following (if performed): (a) arthrotomy; (b) joint stabilisation; (c) synovectomy; —one joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46333

Ligamentous or capsular repair or reconstruction of interphalangeal or metacarpophalangeal joint of hand with graft, using graft or implant, including any of the following (if performed): (a) arthrotomy; (b) harvest of graft; (c) joint stabilisation; (d) synovectomy; other than a service associated with a service to which item 48245, 48248, 48251, 48254 or 48257 apply—one joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46335

Synovectomy of digital extensor tendons of hand, distal to wrist, for diagnosed inflammatory arthritis, including any of the following (if performed): (a) reconstruction of extensor retinaculum; (b) removal of tendon nodules; (c) tenolysis; (d) tenoplasty; other than a service associated with: (e) a service to which item 39330 applies; or (f) a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site Applicable once per hand per occasion on which the service is performed (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46336

Synovectomy of interphalangeal, metacarpophalangeal or carpometacarpal joint of hand, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulectomy; (b) debridement; (c) ligament or tendon realignment (or both); other than a service combined with a service to which item 46495 applies—one joint (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46339

Synovectomy of digital flexor tendons at wrist level, for diagnosed inflammatory arthritis, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) tenolysis; (b) release of median nerve and carpal tunnel; other than a service associated with: (c) a service to which item 39330 or 39331 applies; or (d) a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site Applicable once per wrist per occasion on which the service is performed (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46340

Synovectomy of wrist flexor or extensor tendons of hand or wrist, for diagnosed inflammatory tenosynovitis, including any of the following (if performed): (a) reconstruction of flexor or extensor retinaculum; (b) removal of tendon nodules; (c) tenolysis; (d) tenoplasty; other than a service associated with: (e) a service to which item 39330 applies; or (f) if this service is performed on the wrist flexor tendons—a service to which item 39331 applies; or (g) a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site —one or more compartments per limb (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46341

Synovectomy of wrist flexor or extensor tendons of hand or wrist, for non-inflammatory tenosynovitis or post traumatic synovitis, including any of the following (if performed): (a) reconstruction of flexor or extensor retinaculum; (b) removal of tendon nodules; (c) tenolysis; (d) tenoplasty; other than a service associated with: (e) a service to which item 39330 applies; or (f) if this service is performed on the wrist flexor tendons—a service to which item 39331 applies; or (g) a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site —one or more compartments per limb (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46342

Synovectomy of distal radioulnar or carpometacarpal joint of hand—one or more joints (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46348

Flexor tenosynovectomy of hand, distal to lumbrical origin, including any of the following (if performed): (a) removal of intratendinous nodules; (b) tenolysis; (c) tenoplasty; other than a service associated with: (d) a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site; or (e) a service to which item 46363 applies that is performed on the same ray —one ray (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46351

Flexor tenosynovectomy of hand, distal to lumbrical origin, including any of the following (if performed): (a) removal of intratendinous nodules; (b) tenolysis; (c) tenoplasty; other than a service associated with: (d) a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site; or (e) a service to which item 46363 applies that is performed on one of the same rays —2 rays of one hand (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46354

Flexor tenosynovectomy of hand, distal to lumbrical origin, including any of the following (if performed): (a) removal of intratendinous nodules; (b) tenolysis; (c) tenoplasty; other than a service associated with: (d) a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site; or (e) a service to which item 46363 applies that is performed on one of the same rays —3 rays of one hand (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46357

Flexor tenosynovectomy of hand, distal to lumbrical origin, including any of the following (if performed): (a) removal of intratendinous nodules; (b) tenolysis; (c) tenoplasty; other than a service associated with: (d) a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site; or (e) a service to which item 46363 applies that is performed on one of the same rays —4 rays of one hand (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46360

Flexor tenosynovectomy of hand, distal to lumbrical origin, including any of the following (if performed): (a) removal of intratendinous nodules; (b) tenolysis; (c) tenoplasty; other than a service associated with: (d) a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site; or (e) a service to which item 46363 applies that is performed on one of the same rays —5 rays of one hand (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46363

Trigger finger release, for stenosing tenosynovitis, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) synovectomy; (b) synovial biopsy; —one ray (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46365

Excision of rheumatoid nodules of hand —one lesion (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46367

De Quervain's release, including any of the following (if performed): (a) synovectomy of extensor pollicis brevis; (b) synovectomy of abductor pollicis longus tendons; (c) retinaculum reconstruction; other than a service associated with a service to which item 46339 applies (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46370

Percutaneous fasciotomy for Dupuytren’s contracture, by needle or chemical method, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) immediate or delayed manipulation; (b) local or regional nerve block; —one ray (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46372

Fasciectomy for Dupuytren’s contracture, including dissection of nerves (if performed)—one ray (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46375

Fasciectomy for Dupuytren’s contracture, including dissection of nerves (if performed)—2 rays (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46378

Fasciectomy for Dupuytren’s contracture, including dissection of nerves (if performed)—3 rays (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46379

Fasciectomy for Dupuytren’s contracture, including dissection of nerves (if performed)—4 rays (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46380

Fasciectomy for Dupuytren’s contracture, including dissection of nerves (if performed)—5 rays (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46381

Release of interphalangeal joint of hand, by open procedure, when performed in conjunction with an operation for Dupuytren’s contracture—one joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46384

Z-plasty or similar local flap procedure, when performed in conjunction with an operation for Dupuytren’s contracture, including raising, transfer in-setting and suturing of both components (flaps)—one Z-plasty or local flap procedure (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46387

Fasciectomy for recurrence of Dupuytren’s contracture, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) dissection of nerves; (b) neurolysis; other than a service associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site—one ray (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46390

Fasciectomy for recurrence of Dupuytren’s contracture, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) dissection of nerves; (b) neurolysis; other than a service associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site—2 rays (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46393

Fasciectomy for recurrence of Dupuytren’s contracture, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) dissection of nerves; (b) neurolysis; other than a service associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site—3 rays (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46394

Fasciectomy for recurrence of Dupuytren’s contracture, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) dissection of nerves; (b) neurolysis; other than a service associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site—4 rays (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46395

Fasciectomy for recurrence of Dupuytren’s contracture, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) dissection of nerves; (b) neurolysis; other than a service associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site—5 rays (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46399

Osteotomy of phalanx or metacarpal of hand, with internal fixation—one bone (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46401

Operative treatment of non-union of phalanx or metacarpal of hand, including internal fixation (if performed) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46408

Reconstruction of tendon of hand or wrist, by tendon graft, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) harvest of graft; (b) tenolysis; other than a service associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46414

Insertion of artificial tendon prosthesis in preparation for grafting of tendon of hand or wrist, including tenolysis (if performed), other than a service associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46423

Delayed repair of extensor tendon of hand or wrist, including tenolysis (if performed), other than a service associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46426

Primary repair of flexor tendon of hand or wrist, proximal to A1 pulley—one tendon (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46432

Primary repair of flexor tendon of hand, distal to A1 pulley, other than a service to repair a tendon of a digit if 2 tendons of the same digit have been repaired during the same procedure—one tendon (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46434

Delayed repair of flexor tendon of hand or wrist, including tenolysis (if performed), other than a service associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46450

Tenolysis of extensor tendon of hand or wrist, following tendon injury or graft, other than a service: (a) for acute, traumatic injury; or (b) associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site; —one ray (H) (Anaes.)

46453

Tenolysis of flexor tendon of hand or wrist, following tendon injury, repair or graft, other than a service: (a) for acute, traumatic injury; or (b) associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46464

Amputation of a supernumerary complete digit of hand (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46465

Amputation of digit of hand, distal to metacarpal head, including any of the following (if performed): (a) excision of neuroma; (b) resection of bone; (c) skin cover with local flaps —one ray (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46468

Amputation of digit of hand, distal to metacarpal head, including any of the following (if performed): (a) excision of neuroma; (b) resection of bone; (c) skin cover with local flaps —2 rays (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46471

Amputation of digit of hand, distal to metacarpal head, including any of the following (if performed): (a) excision of neuroma; (b) resection of bone; (c) skin cover with local flaps —3 rays (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46474

Amputation of digit of hand, distal to metacarpal head, including any of the following (if performed): (a) excision of neuroma; (b) resection of bone; (c) skin cover with local flaps —4 rays (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46477

Amputation of digit of hand, distal to metacarpal head, including any of the following (if performed): (a) excision of neuroma; (b) resection of bone; (c) skin cover with local flaps —5 rays (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46480

Amputation of ray of hand, proximal to metacarpal head, including any of the following (if performed): (a) excision of neuroma; (b) recontouring; (c) resection of bone; (d) skin cover with local flaps —one ray (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46483

Revision of amputation stump of hand to provide adequate cover, including any of the following (if performed): (a) bone shortening; (b) excision of nail bed remnants; (c) excision of neuroma (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46493

Resection of boss of metacarpal base of hand, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) excision of ganglion; (b) synovectomy (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46498

Excision of ganglion of flexor tendon sheath of hand, including any of the following (if performed): (a) flexor tenosynovectomy; (b) sheath excision; (c) skin closure by any method; other than a service associated with: (d) a service to which item 30107 applies; or (e) a service to which item 46363 applies that is performed on the same ray (Anaes.) (Assist.)

46522

Open operation and drainage of infection for flexor tendon sheath of finger or thumb, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) synovectomy; (b) tenolysis; other than a service associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site—one digit (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47000

Mandible, treatment of dislocation of, by closed reduction, requiring general anaesthesia or intravenous sedation, if performed in the operating theatre of a hospital (H) (Anaes.)

47003

Treatment of dislocation of clavicle, by closed reduction (Anaes.)

47007

Repair of acromioclavicular or sternoclavicular joint dislocation (acute or chronic), by open, mini-open or arthroscopic technique, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) ligament augmentation; (b) tendon transfers (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47009

Treatment of dislocation of shoulder, requiring general anaesthesia, other than a service to which item 47012 applies (Anaes.)

47012

Treatment of dislocation of shoulder, requiring general anaesthesia, by open reduction (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47015

Treatment of dislocation of shoulder, not requiring general anaesthesia

47018

Treatment of dislocation of elbow, by closed reduction (Anaes.)

47021

Treatment of dislocation of elbow, by open reduction (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47024

Treatment of dislocation of distal or proximal radioulnar joint, by closed reduction, other than a service associated with a service to which another item in this Schedule applies if the service describedin the other item is for the purpose of treating fracture or dislocation in the same region (Anaes.)

47027

Treatment of dislocation of distal or proximal radioulnar joint, by open reduction, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) styloid fracture; (b) triangular fibrocartilage complex repair; other than a service associated with a service to which another item in this Schedule applies if the service described in the other item is for the purpose of treating fracture or dislocation in the same region (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47030

Treatment of dislocation of carpus, carpus on radius and ulna or carpometacarpal joint, by closed reduction (Anaes.)

47033

Treatment of dislocation of carpus, carpus on radius and ulna or carpometacarpal joint, by open reduction, including ligament repair (if performed) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47042

Treatment of dislocation of interphalangeal or metacarpophalangeal joint, by closed reduction (Anaes.)

47045

Treatment of dislocation of interphalangeal or metacarpophalangeal joint, by open reduction, including any of the following (if performed): (a) arthrotomy; (b) capsule repair; (c) ligament repair; (d) volar plate repair (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47047

Treatment of dislocation of prosthetic hip, by closed reduction (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47049

Treatment of dislocation of prosthetic hip, by open reduction (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47052

Treatment of dislocation of native hip, by closed reduction (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47053

Treatment of dislocation of native hip, by open reduction, with internal fixation (if performed) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47054

Treatment of dislocation of knee, by closed reduction, including application of external fixator (if performed) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47057

Treatment of dislocation of patella, by closed reduction (Anaes.)

47060

Treatment of dislocation of patella, by open reduction (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47063

Treatment of dislocation of ankle or tarsus, by closed reduction (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47066

Treatment of dislocation of ankle or tarsus, by open reduction, including any of the following (if performed): (a) arthrotomy; (b) capsule repair; (c) removal of loose fragments or intervening soft tissue; (d) washout of joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47069

Treatment of dislocation of toe, byclosed reduction—one toe (Anaes.)

47301

Treatment of fracture of middle or proximal phalanx, by closed reduction, requiring anaesthesia—one bone (Anaes.)

47304

Treatment of fracture of metacarpal, by closed reduction, requiring anaesthesia—onebone (H) (Anaes.)

47307

Treatment of fracture of phalanx or metacarpal, by closed reduction, including percutaneous K-wire fixation (if performed)—one bone (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47310

Treatment of fracture of phalanx or metacarpal, by open reduction, with internal fixation (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47313

Treatment of intra-articular fracture of phalanx or metacarpal, by closed reduction, including: (a) percutaneous K-wire fixation; and (b) external or dynamic fixation (if performed) (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47316

Treatment of intra-articular fracture of phalanx or metacarpal, by open reduction with fixation, other than a service provided on the same occasion as a service to which item 47319 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47319

Treatment of intra-articular fracture of proximal end of middle phalanx, by open reduction, with fixation, other than a service provided on the same occasion as a service to which item 47316 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47348

Treatment of fracture of carpus (excluding scaphoid), by cast immobilisation, other than a service associated with a service to which item 47351 applies (Anaes.)

47351

Treatment of fracture of carpus (excluding scaphoid), by open reduction, with internal fixation (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47354

Treatment of fracture of carpal scaphoid, by cast immobilisation, other than a service associated with a service to which item 47357 applies (Anaes.)

47357

Treatment of fracture of carpal scaphoid, by reduction, with fixation by any means (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47361

Treatment of fracture of distal end of radius or ulna (or both), by cast immobilisation, other than a service associated with a service to which item 47362, 47364, 47367, 47370 or 47373 applies

47362

Treatment of fracture of distal end of radius or ulna (or both), by closed reduction, requiring general or major regional anaesthesia, but excluding local infiltration, other than a service associated with a service to which item 47361, 47364, 47367, 47370 or 47373 applies (Anaes.)

47364

Treatment of fracture of distal end of radius or ulna (not involving joint surface), by open reduction with fixation, other than a service associated with a service to which item 47361 or 47362 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47367

Treatment of fracture of distal end of radius, by closed reduction with percutaneous fixation, other than a service associated with a service to which item 47361 or 47362 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47370

Treatment of intra-articular fracture of distal end of radius, by open reduction with fixation, other than a service associated with a service to which item 47361 or 47362 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47373

Treatment of intra-articular fracture of distal end of ulna, by open reduction with fixation, other than a service associated with a service to which item 47361 or 47362 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47381

Treatment of fracture of shaft of radius or ulna, by closed reduction (H) (Anaes.)

47384

Treatment of fracture of shaft of radius or ulna, by open reduction with internal fixation (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47385

Treatment of: (a) fracture of shaft of radius or ulna; and (b) dislocation of distal radio-ulnar joint or proximal radio-humeral joint (Galeazzi or Monteggia injury); by closed reduction (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47386

Treatment of: (a) fracture of shaft of radius or ulna; and (b) dislocation of distal radio-ulnar joint or proximal radio-humeral joint (Galeazzi or Monteggia injury); by open reduction, with internal fixation, including reduction of dislocation (if performed) (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47387

Treatment of fracture of distal or shaft of radius or ulna (or both), by cast immobilisation, other than a service to which item 47390 or 47393 applies (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47390

Treatment of fracture of shafts of radius and ulna, by closed reduction (H) (Anaes.)

47393

Treatment of fracture of shafts of radius and ulna, by open reduction, with internal fixation (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47396

Treatment of fracture of olecranon, by closed reduction (Anaes.)

47399

Treatment of fracture of olecranon, by open reduction (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47402

Treatment of fracture of olecranon, with excision of olecranon fragment and reimplantation of tendon (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47405

Treatment of fracture of head or neck of radius, by closed reduction (Anaes.)

47408

Treatment of fracture of head or neck of radius, by open reduction, including internal fixation and excision (if performed) (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47411

Treatment of fracture of tuberosity of humerus, other than a service to which item 47417 applies (Anaes.)

47414

Treatment of fracture of tuberosity of humerus, by open reduction (Anaes.)

47417

Treatment of fracture of tuberosity of humerus and associated dislocation of shoulder, by closed reduction (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47420

Treatment of fracture of tuberosity of humerus and associated dislocation of shoulder, by open reduction (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47423

Humerus, proximal, treatment of fracture of, other than a service to which item 47426, 47429 or 47432 applies (Anaes.)

47426

Humerus, proximal, treatment of fracture of, by closed reduction (H) (Anaes.)

47429

Humerus, proximal, treatment of fracture of, by open reduction (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47432

Humerus, proximal, treatment of intra-articular fracture of, by open reduction (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47435

Humerus, proximal, treatment of fracture of, and associated dislocation of shoulder, by closed reduction (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47438

Humerus, proximal, treatment of fracture of, and associated dislocation of shoulder, by open reduction (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47441

Humerus, proximal, treatment of intra-articular fracture of, and associated dislocation of shoulder, by open reduction (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47444

Humerus, shaft of, treatment of fracture of, other than a service to which item 47447 or 47450 applies (Anaes.)

47447

Humerus, shaft of, treatment of fracture of, by closed reduction (H) (Anaes.)

47450

Humerus, shaft of, treatment of fracture of, by internal or external fixation (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47451

Humerus, shaft of, treatment of fracture of, by intramedullary fixation (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47453

Humerus, distal, (supracondylar or condylar), treatment of fracture of, other than a service to which item 47456 or 47459 applies (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47456

Humerus, distal (supracondylar or condylar), treatment of fracture of, by closed reduction (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47459

Humerus, distal (supracondylar or condylar), treatment of fracture of, by open reduction (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47462

Clavicle, treatment of fracture of, other than a service to which item 47465 applies (Anaes.)

47465

Clavicle, treatment of fracture of, by open reduction (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47466

Sternum, treatment of fracture of, other than a service to which item 47467 applies (Anaes.)

47467

Sternum, treatment of fracture of, by open reduction (H) (Anaes.)

47468

SCAPULA, neck or glenoid region of, treatment of fracture of, by open reduction (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47471

RIBS (one or more), treatment of fracture of - each attendance

47474

PELVIC RING, treatment of fracture of, not involving disruption of pelvic ring or acetabulum

47477

PELVIC RING, treatment of fracture of, with disruption of pelvic ring or acetabulum

47480

PELVIC RING, treatment of fracture of, requiring traction (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47483

PELVIC RING, treatment of fracture of, requiring control by external fixation (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47486

Treatment of fracture of anterior pelvic ring or sacroiliac joint disruption (or both), by open reduction, with internal fixation (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47489

Treatment of fracture of posterior pelvic ring or sacroiliac joint disruption (or both), by open reduction, with internal fixation (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47491

Combined anterior and posterior pelvic ring disruption, including sacroiliac joint disruption, treatment of fracture by open reduction and internal fixation of both anterior and posterior ring segments (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47495

Treatment of fracture of acetabulum and associated dislocation of hip, including the application and management of traction (if performed), excluding aftercare (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47498

Treatment of isolated posterior wall fracture of acetabulumand associated dislocation of hip, by open reduction, with internal fixation, including the application and management of traction (if performed) (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47501

Treatment of anterior or posterior column fracture of acetabulum, by open reduction, with internal fixation, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsular stabilisation; (b) capsulotomy; (c) osteotomy (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47511

Treatment of combined column T-Type, transverse, anterior column or posterior hemitransverse fractures of acetabulum, by open reduction, with internal fixation, performed through single or dual approach (including fixation of the posterior wall fracture), including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsular stabilisation; (b) capsulotomy; (c) osteotomy (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47514

Treatment of posterior wall fracture of acetabulum and associated femoral head fracture, by open reduction, with internal fixation (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47516

FEMUR, treatment of fracture of, by closed reduction or traction (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47519

FEMUR, treatment of trochanteric or subcapital fracture of, by internal fixation (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47528

FEMUR, treatment of fracture of, by internal fixation or external fixation (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47531

FEMUR, treatment of fracture of shaft, by intramedullary fixation and cross fixation (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47534

Femur, condylar region of, treatment of intra-articular (T-shaped condylar) fracture of, requiring internal fixation, with or without internal fixation of one or more osteochondral fragments (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47537

Femur, condylar region of, treatment of fracture of, requiring internal fixation of one or more osteochondral fragments, other than a service associated with a service to which item 47534 applies (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47540

Hip spica or shoulder spica, application of, as an independent procedure (Anaes.)

47543

Tibia, plateau of, treatment of medial or lateral fracture of, other than a service to which item 47546 or 47549 applies (Anaes.)

47546

Tibia, plateau of, treatment of medial or lateral fracture of, by closed reduction (Anaes.)

47549

Treatment of medial or lateral fracture of plateau of tibia, by open reduction, with internal fixation, including any of the following (if performed): (a) arthroscopy; (b) arthrotomy; (c) meniscal repair (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47552

Tibia, plateau of, treatment of both medial and lateral fractures of, other than a service to which item 47555 or 47558 applies (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47555

Tibia, plateau of, treatment of both medial and lateral fractures of, by closed reduction (H) (Anaes.)

47558

Treatment of medial and lateral fractures of tibia, by open reduction, with internal fixation, including any of the following (if performed): (a) arthroscopy; (b) arthrotomy; (c) meniscal repair (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47559

Treatment of medial or lateral (or both) fracture of plateau of tibia, with application of a bridging external fixator to the plateau (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47561

Treatment of fracture of shaft of tibia, by cast immobilisation, other than a service to which item 47570 or 47573 applies (Anaes.)

47565

Tibia, shaft of, treatment of fracture of, by internal fixation or external fixation (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47566

Tibia, shaft of, treatment of fracture of, by intramedullary fixation and cross fixation (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47568

Closed reduction of proximal tibia, distal tibia or shaft of tibia, with or without treatment of fibular fracture (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47570

Tibia, shaft of, treatment of fracture of, by open reduction, with or without treatment of fibular fracture (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47573

Treatment of proximal or distal intra-articular fracture of shaft of tibia, by open reduction, with or without treatment of fibular fracture, including any of the following (if performed): (a) arthroscopy; (b) arthrotomy; (c) capsule repair; (d) removal of intervening soft tissue; (e) removal of loose fragments; (f) washout of joint; other than a service associated with a service to which another item in this Schedule applies if the service describedin the other item is for the purpose of treating a medial malleolus fractureof the distal tibia (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47577

Treatment of fracture of fibula proximal to ankle, by open reduction, with internal fixation, including any of the following (if performed): (a) internal fixation; (b) arthrotomy; (c) capsule repair; (d) removal of loose fragments or intervening soft tissue; (e) washout of joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47579

Treatment of fracture of patella, other than a service to which item 47582 or 47585 applies (Anaes.)

47582

Treatment of fracture of patella, with internal fixation, including bone grafting (if performed), other than a service associated with a service to which item 47579 or 47585 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47585

Treatment of proximal or distal fracture of patella, by open reduction, with internal fixation, including any of the following (if performed): (a) arthrotomy; (b) excision of patellar pole, with reattachment of tendon; (c) removal of loose fragments; (d) repair of quadriceps or patellar tendon (or both); (e) stabilisation of patello-femoral joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47588

Knee joint, treatment of fracture of, by internal fixation of intra-articular fractures of femoral condylar or tibial articular surfaces and requiring repair or reconstruction of one or more ligaments (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47591

Knee joint, treatment of fracture of, by internal fixation of intra-articular fractures of femoral condylar and tibial articular surfaces and requiring repair or reconstruction of one or more ligaments (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47595

Treatment of fracture of ankle joint, hindfoot, midfoot, metatarsals or toes, by non-surgical management—one leg (Anaes.)

47597

Treatment of fracture of ankle joint, by closed reduction (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47600

Treatment of fracture of ankle joint: (a) by internal fixation of the malleolus, fibula or diastasis; and (b) including any of the following (if performed): (i) arthrotomy; (ii) capsule repair; (iii) removal of loose fragments or intervening soft tissue; (iv) washout of joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47603

Treatment of fracture of ankle joint: (a) by internal fixation of 2 or more of the malleolus, fibula, diastasis and medial tissue interposition; and (b) including any of the following (if performed): (i) arthrotomy; (ii) capsule repair; (iii) removal of loose fragments or intervening soft tissue; (iv) washout of joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47612

Treatment of intra-articular fracture of hindfoot, by closed reduction, with or without dislocation—one foot (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47615

Treatment of fracture of hindfoot, by open reduction, with or without dislocation, including any of the following (if performed): (a) arthrotomy; (b) capsule repair; (c) removal of loose fragments or intervening soft tissue; (d) washout of joint —one hindfoot bone (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47618

Treatment of intra-articular fracture of hindfoot, by open reduction, with or without dislocation,including any of the following (if performed): (a) arthrotomy; (b) capsule repair; (c) removal of loose fragments or intervening soft tissue; (d) washout of joint —one hindfoot bone (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47621

Treatment of intra-articular fracture of midfoot, by closed reduction, with or without dislocation—one foot (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47624

Treatment of fracture of tarso-metatarsal, by open reduction, with or without dislocation, including any of the following (if performed): (a) arthrotomy; (b) capsule or ligament repair; (c) removal of loose fragments or intervening soft tissue; (d) washout of joint —one joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47630

Treatment of fracture of cuneiform, by open reduction, with or without dislocation, including any of the following (if performed): (a) arthrotomy; (b) capsule or ligament repair; (c) removal of loose fragments or intervening soft tissue; (d) washout of joint —one bone (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47637

Treatment of fractures of metatarsal, by closed reduction—one or more metatarsals of one foot (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47639

Treatment of fracture of metatarsal, by open reduction, including removal of loose fragments or intervening soft tissue (if performed)—one metatarsal of one foot (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47648

Treatment of fracture of metatarsal, by open reduction, including removal of loose fragments or intervening soft tissue (if performed)—2 metatarsals of one foot (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47657

Treatment of fracture of metatarsal, by open reduction, including removal of loose fragments or intervening soft tissue (if performed)—3 or more metatarsals of one foot (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47663

Treatment of fracture of phalanx of toe, by closed reduction—one toe (Anaes.)

47666

Treatment of fracture or dislocation of phalanx of great toe, by open reduction, including any of the following (if performed): (a) arthrotomy; (b) capsule repair; (c) removal of loose fragments; (d) removal of intervening soft tissue; (e) washout of joint — one great toe (Anaes.)

47672

Treatment of fracture or dislocation of phalanx of toe, by open reduction, including any of the following (if performed): (a) arthrotomy; (b) capsule repair; (c) removal of loose fragments; (d) removal of intervening soft tissue; (e) washout of joint —one toe (other than great toe) of one foot (Anaes.)

47678

Treatment of fracture or dislocation of phalanx of toe, by open reduction, including any of the following (if performed): (a) arthrotomy; (b) capsule repair; (c) removal of loose fragments; (d) removal of intervening soft tissue; (e) washout of joint —2 or more toes (other than great toe) of one foot (Anaes.)

47753

Maxilla or mandible, treatment of fracture of, requiring splinting, wiring of teeth, circumosseous fixation or external fixation (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47762

Zygomatic arch, treatment of fracture of, requiring surgical reduction by a temporal, intra-oral or other approach, other than a service associated with a service to which another item in this Group applies (Anaes.)

47765

Zygomaticomaxillary complex/malar, treatment of fracture of, requiring surgical reduction and involving internal or external fixation at one or more sites (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47786

Maxilla, treatment of fracture of, requiring open reduction and internal fixation involvingone or more plates (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47789

Mandible, treatment of fracture of, requiring open reduction and internal fixation involving one or more plates (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47790

Tendon, large, lengthening of, as an independent procedure (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47791

Tenosynovectomy, not being a service associated with a service to which another item in this Group applies (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47900

Injection into, or aspiration of, unicameral bone cyst (Anaes.)

47903

Epicondylitis, open operation for (Anaes.)

47921

Orthopaedic pin or wire, insertion of, as an independent procedure (Anaes.)

47924

Removal of one or more buried wires, pins or screws (inserted for internal fixation purposes), with incision, other than a service associated with a service to which item 47927 or 47929 applies—one bone (Anaes.)

47927

Removal of one or more buried wires, pins or screws (inserted for internal fixation purposes)—one bone (H) (Anaes.)

47929

Removal of fixation elements (including plate, rod or nail and associated wires, pins, screws or external fixation), other than a service associated with a service to which item 47924 or 47927 applies—one bone (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47953

Repair of distal biceps brachii tendon, by any method, performed as an independent procedure (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47954

Repair of traumatic tear or rupture of tendon, other than a service associated with: (a) a service to which item 39330 applies; or (b) a service to which another item in this Schedule applies if the service described in the other item is for the purpose of repairing peripheral nerve items in the same region (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47955

Repair of gluteal or rectus femoris tendon, by open or arthroscopic means, when performed as an independent procedure, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) bursectomy; (b) preparation of greater trochanter; other than a service associated with a service to which another item in this Schedule applies if the service described in the other item is for the purpose of performing a procedure on the hip (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47956

Repair of proximal hamstring tendon, performed as an independent procedure, other than a service associated with a service to which another item in this Schedule applies if the service described in the other item is for the purpose of performing a procedure on the hip (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47960

TENOTOMY, SUBCUTANEOUS, not being a service to which another item in this Group applies (Anaes.)

47964

Iliopsoas tenotomy, by open or arthroscopic means, when performed as an independent procedure, other than a service associated with a service to which another item in this Schedule applies if the service describedin the other item is for the purpose of performing a procedure on the hip (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47967

Restoration of shoulder or elbow function by major muscle tendon transfer, including associated dissection of neurovascular pedicle, excluding micro-anastomosis and biceps tenodesis—one transfer (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47968

Open tenotomy of one or more tendons of shoulder, with or without tenoplasty, to restore shoulder function, other than a service to which another item in this Group applies—applicable once per joint per occasion on which this service is performed (Anaes.)

47970

Open tenotomy of one or more tendons of scapula, with or without tenoplasty, to restore scapula function, other than a service to which another item in this Group applies—applicable once per joint per occasion on which this service is performed (Anaes.)

47973

Open tenotomy of one or more tendons of elbow, with or without tenoplasty, to restore elbow function, other than a service to which another item in this Group applies—applicable once per joint per occasion on which this service is performed (Anaes.)

47975

Forearm or calf, decompression fasciotomy of, for acute compartment syndrome, requiring excision of muscle and deep tissue(H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47978

Forearm or calf, decompression fasciotomy of, for chronic compartment syndrome, requiring excision of muscle and deep tissue(H) (Anaes.)

47981

Forearm, calf or interosseous muscle space of hand, decompression fasciotomy of, other than a service to which another item in this Group applies (Anaes.)

47982

Forage (Drill decompression), of neck or head of femur, or both (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47983

Stabilisation of slipped capital femoral epiphysis, by internal fixation (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

47984

Open subcapital realignment of slipped capital femoral epiphysis, other than a service associated with a service to which item 48427 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48245

Harvesting and insertion of bone graft (autograft) via separate incisions and at separate surgical fields (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48248

Harvesting and insertion of bone graft (autograft) via separate incisions, including internal fixation of the graft or fusion fixation (or both) (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48251

Harvesting and insertion of osteochondral graft (autograft) via separate incisions at the same joint or joint complex (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48254

Harvesting and insertion of pedicled bone flap (autograft), including internal fixation of the bone flap (if performed), other than a service associated with a service to which item 45562, 45504 or 45505 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48257

Preparation and insertion of metallic, cortical or other graft substitute (allograft), where substitute is structural cortico-cancellous bone or structural bone (or both), including internal fixation (if performed) (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48400

Operation on foot: (a) with either or both of the following: (i) osteotomy of phalanx or metatarsal for correction of deformity; (ii) excision of accessory bone or sesamoid bone; and (b) including any of the following (if performed): (i) removal of bone; (ii) excision of surrounding osteophytes; (iii) synovectomy; (iv) joint release; —one bone (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48403

Osteotomy of phalanx of first toe or metatarsal, for correction of deformity, with internal fixation, including any of the following (if performed): (a) removal of bone; (b) excision of surrounding osteophytes; (c) synovectomy; (d) joint release; —one bone (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48406

Osteotomy of fibula, radius, ulna, clavicle, scapula (other than acromion), rib, tarsus or carpus, for correction of deformity, including any of the following (if performed): (a) removal of bone; (b) excision of surrounding osteophytes; (c) synovectomy; (d) joint release; —one bone (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48409

Osteotomy of fibula, radius, ulna, clavicle, scapula (other than acromion), rib, tarsus or carpus, for correction of deformity, with internal fixation, including any of the following (if performed): (a) removal of bone; (b) excision of surrounding osteophytes; (c) synovectomy; (d) joint release; —one bone (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48412

Osteotomy of humerus, without internal fixation (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48415

Osteotomy of humerus, with internal fixation (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48419

Osteotomy of distal tibia, for correction of deformity, without internal or external fixation, including any of the following (if performed): (a) excision of surrounding osteophytes; (b) release of joint; (c) removal of bone; (d) synovectomy; —one bone (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48420

Osteotomy of distal tibia, for correction of deformity, with internal or external fixation by any method, including any of the following (if performed): (a) excision of surrounding osteophytes; (b) release of joint; (c) removal of bone; (d) synovectomy; —one bone (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48421

Osteotomy of proximal tibia, to alter lower limb alignment or rotation (or both), with internal or external fixation (or both) (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48422

Osteotomy of distal femur, to alter lower limb alignment or rotation (or both), with internal or external fixation (or both) (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48423

Osteotomy of pelvis, in a patient aged 18 years or over, including any of the following (if performed): (a) associated intra-articular procedures; (b) bone grafting; (c) internal fixation (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48424

Osteotomy of pelvis, in a patient aged less than 18 years, with application of hip spica, including internal fixation (if performed), other than a service to which item 48245, 48248, 48251, 48254 or 48257 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48426

Osteotomy of femur, in a patient aged 18 years or over, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) bone grafting; (b) internal fixation (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48427

Osteotomy of femur, in a patient aged less than 18 years, including internal fixation (if performed), other than a service associated with a service to which item 48245, 48248, 48251, 48254 or 48257 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48430

Excision of one or more osteophytes of the foot or ankle, or simple removal of bunion, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) excision of surrounding osteophytes; (c) release of ligaments; (d) removal of one or more associated bursae or ganglia; (e) removal of bone; (f) synovectomy; —each incision (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48433

Treatment of non-union or malunion, with preservation of the joint, for ankle or hindfoot fracture, with internal or external fixation by any method, including any of the following (if performed): (a) arthrotomy; (b) debridement; (c) excision of surrounding osteophytes; (d) osteotomy; (e) release of joint; (f) removal of bone; (g) removal of hardware; (h) synovectomy; —one bone (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48435

Treatment of non-union or malunion, with preservation of the joint, for midfoot or forefoot fracture, with internal or external fixation by any method, including any of the following (if performed): (a) arthrotomy; (b) debridement; (c) excision of surrounding osteophytes; (d) osteotomy; (e) release of joint; (f) removal of bone; (g) removal of hardware; (h) synovectomy; —one bone (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48436

Excision of one or more exostoses of the hand, distal to the wrist, including any of the following (if performed): (a) excision of surrounding osteophytes; (b) release of ligaments; (c) removal of one or more associated bursae or ganglia; (d) removal of bone; (e) synovectomy; other than a service associated with a service to which another item in this Schedule applies that: (f) is an arthroscopic procedure, arthrodesis, arthroplasty or osteotomy, or involves the removal of hardware; and (g) is performed on the same joint or bone; —each incision (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48438

Excision of one or more exostoses in the wrist including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) excision of surrounding osteophytes; (c) release of ligaments; (d) removal of one or more associated bursae or ganglia; (e) removal of bone; (f) synovectomy; other than: (g) a service to which 48436 applies; or (h) a service associated with a service to which another item in this Schedule applies that: (i) is an arthroscopic procedure, arthrodesis, arthroplasty or osteotomy, or involves the removal of hardware; and (ii) is performed on the same joint or bone; —each incision (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48440

Excision of one or more exostoses in the arm or shoulder, including the radius, ulna, humerus, acromion, clavicle, or scapula, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) excision of surrounding osteophytes; (c) release of ligaments; (d) removal of one or more associated bursae or ganglia; (e) removal of bone; (f) synovectomy; other than: (g) a service to which 48438 applies; or (h) a service associated with a service to which another item in this Schedule applies that: (i) is an arthroscopic procedure, arthrodesis, arthroplasty or osteotomy, or involves the removal of hardware; and (ii) is performed on the same joint or bone; —each incision (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48442

Excision of one or more exostoses in the hip, including pelvis and femur, including any of following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) excision of surrounding osteophytes; (c) release of ligaments; (d) removal of one or more associated bursae or ganglia; (e) removal of bone; (f) synovectomy; other than: (g) a service to which 48444 applies; or (h) a service associated with a service to which another item in this Schedule applies that: (i) is an arthroscopic procedure, arthrodesis, arthroplasty or osteotomy, or involves the removal of hardware; and (ii) is performed on the same joint or bone; —each incision (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48444

Excision of one or more exostoses in the knee, tibia or fibula, including any of following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) excision of surrounding osteophytes; (c) release of ligaments; (d) removal of one or more associated bursae or ganglia; (e) removal of bone; (f) synovectomy; other than: (g) a service to which item 48430 applies; or (h) a service associated with a service to which another item in this Schedule applies that: (i) is an arthroscopic procedure, arthrodesis, arthroplasty or osteotomy, or involves the removal of hardware; and (ii) is performed on the same joint or bone; —each incision (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48446

Treatment of non-union or malunion of fracture of pelvis, including bone graft, and including any of the following (if performed): (a) arthrotomy; (b) debridement; (c) osteotomy; (d) removal of hardware; (e) internal fixation; other than a service associated with a service to which item 48245, 48248, 48251, 48254, 48257 or 47929 applies that is performed on the same bone —one bone (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48448

Treatment of non-union or malunion of fracture of femur, including bone graft, and including any of the following (if performed): (a) arthrotomy; (b) debridement; (c) osteotomy; (d) removal of hardware; (e) internal fixation; other than a service associated with a service to which item 48245, 48248, 48251, 48254, 48257 or 47929 applies that is performed on the same bone —one bone (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48450

Treatment of non-union or malunion of fracture of tibia or fibula, proximal to ankle, including bone graft, and including any of the following (if performed): (a) arthrotomy; (b) debridement; (c) osteotomy; (d) removal of hardware; (e) internal fixation; other than a service associated with a service to which item 48245, 48248, 48251, 48254, 48257 or 47929 applies that is performed on the same bone —one bone (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48452

Treatment of non-union or malunion of fracture of humerus, including bone graft, and including any of the following (if performed): (a) arthrotomy; (b) debridement; (c) osteotomy; (d) removal of hardware; (e) internal fixation; other than a service associated with a service to which item 48245, 48248, 48251, 48254, 48257 or 47929 applies that is performed on the same bone —one bone (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48454

Treatment of non-union or malunion of fracture of radius, ulna, or carpus including bone graft, and including any of the following (if performed): (a) arthrotomy; (b) debridement; (c) osteotomy; (d) removal of hardware; (e) internal fixation; other than a service associated with a service to which item 48245, 48248, 48251, 48254, 48257 or 47929 applies that is performed on the same bone —one bone (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48456

Treatment of non-union or malunion of fracture of hand, distal to wrist, including bone graft, and including any of the following (if performed): (a) arthrotomy; (b) debridement; (c) osteotomy; (d) removal of hardware; (e) internal fixation; other than a service associated with a service to which item 48245, 48248, 48251, 48254, 48257 or 47929 applies that is performed on the same bone —one bone (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48507

Epiphysiodesis of a long bone, in a patient less than 18 years of age (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48509

Hemiepiphysiodesis, partial growth plate arrest using internal fixation, in a patient less than 18 years of age (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48512

Epiphysiolysis, release of focal growth plate closure, in a patient less than 18 years of age (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48942

Arthrodesis of shoulder, with bone grafting or internal fixation, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) removal of prosthesis; (b) synovectomy; other than a service associated with a service to which item 48245, 48248, 48251, 48254 or 48257 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48943

Arthrodesis of acromioclavicular or sternoclavicular joint, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) joint debridement; (b) synovectomy; —one joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48944

Arthrodesis of scapulothoracic joint, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) joint debridement; (b) synovectomy; —one joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48945

SHOULDER, diagnostic arthroscopy of (including biopsy) - not being a service associated with any other arthroscopic procedure of the shoulder region (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48954

Synovectomy of shoulder, performed as an independent procedure, including release of contracture (if performed), other than a service associated with a service to which another item in this Schedule applies if the service described in the other item is for the purpose of performing a procedure on the shoulder region by arthroscopic means (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48972

Tenodesis of biceps, by open or arthroscopic means, performed as an independent procedure (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48980

Excision of heterotopic ossification, myositis ossificans or post-traumatic ossification in the shoulder girdle (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48983

Excision of heterotopic ossification, myositis ossificans or post-traumatic ossification in the elbow (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

48986

Excision of heterotopic ossification, myositis ossificans or post-traumatic ossification in the forearm (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49100

ELBOW, arthrotomy of, involving 1 or more of lavage, removal of loose body or division of contracture(H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49106

ELBOW, arthrodesis of, with synovectomy if performed (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49109

ELBOW, total synovectomy of(H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49118

ELBOW, diagnostic arthroscopy of, including biopsy and lavage, not being a service associated with any other arthroscopic procedure of the elbow(H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49124

Excision of olecranon bursa, including bony prominence, other than a service associated with a service to which another item in this Schedule applies if the service describedin the other item is for the purpose of an arthroscopic procedure of the elbow (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49200

Wrist, arthrodesis of, with synovectomy if performed, with or without internal fixation of the radiocarpal joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49203

Limited fusion of wrist, with or without bone graft, including each of the following: (a) ligament or tendon transfers; (b) partial or total excision of one or more carpal bones; (c) rebalancing procedures; (d) synovectomy (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49206

Proximal row carpectomy of wrist, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) styloidectomy; (b) synovectomy (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49212

Arthrotomy of wrist or distal radioulnar joint, including any of the following (if performed): (a) joint debridement; (b) removal of loose bodies; (c) synovectomy (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49213

Sauve-Kapandji procedure of distal radioulnar joint, including any of the following (if performed): a) radioulnar fusion; b) osteotomy; c) soft tissue reconstruction (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49218

Wrist, diagnostic arthroscopy of, including radiocarpal or midcarpal joints, or both (including biopsy)—other than a service associated with another arthroscopic procedure of the wrist joint(H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49219

Diagnosis of carpometacarpal joint of thumb or joint of digit, by arthroscopic means, including biopsy (if performed) (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49220

Treatment of carpometacarpal joint of thumb or joint of digit, by arthroscopic means—one joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49239

Excision of pisiform or hook of hamate or sesamoid bone of hand, including release of ulnar nerve (if performed) (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49300

Sacro-iliac joint—arthrodesis of(H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49303

Arthrotomy of hip, by open procedure, including any of the following (if performed): (a) lavage; (b) drainage; (c) biopsy (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49306

Hip, arthrodesis of, with synovectomy if performed(H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49309

Arthrectomy or excision arthroplasty (Girdlestone) of hip, other than a service performed: (a) for the purpose of implant removal; or (b) as stage 1 of a 2-stage procedure (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49360

Diagnostic arthroscopy of hip, other than a service associated with a service to which another item in this Schedule applies if the service describedin the other item is for the purpose of performing a procedure of the hip joint by arthroscopic means (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49363

Diagnostic arthroscopy of hip, with synovial biopsy, other than a service associated with a service to which another item in this Schedule applies that is performed on the hip joint by arthroscopic means (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49366

Treatment of hip, by arthroscopic means, including any procedures to treat bone or soft tissue in the same area (if performed), other than a service associated with a service to which another item in this Schedule applies if the service described in the other item is for the purpose of performing: (a) a procedure of the hip joint by arthroscopic means; or (b) surgery for femoroacetabular impingement (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49500

Knee, arthrotomy of, involving one or more of capsular release, biopsy or lavage, or removal of loose body or foreign body(H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49509

Total synovectomy of knee, by open procedure, other than a service performed in association with a service to which another item in this Schedule applies if the service described in the other item is for the purpose of performing an arthroplasty (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49512

Primary or revision arthrodesis of knee, including arthrodesis (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49569

Knee, mobilisation for post-traumatic stiffness, by multiple muscle or tendon release (quadricepsplasty)(H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49590

Excision of ganglion, cyst or bursa of knee, by open or arthroscopic means, performed as an independent procedure, other than a service associated with a service to which another item in this Group applies (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49592

Excision of heterotopic ossification, myositis ossificans or post-traumatic ossification in the hip, including pelvis and proximal femur (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49594

Excision of heterotopic ossification, myositis ossificans or post-traumatic ossification in the knee, including distal femur, proximal fibula and proximal tibia (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49596

Excision of heterotopic ossification, myositis ossificans or post-traumatic ossification in the lower leg, other than a service to which item 49594 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49712

Arthrodesis of ankle, by open or arthroscopic means, with internal or external fixation by any method, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) removal of osteophytes at joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49718

Primary repair of major tendon of ankle, by any method, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) synovial biopsy; (b) synovectomy —one tendon (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49724

Reconstruction of major tendon of ankle, by any method, including any of the following (if performed): (a) synovial biopsy; (b) synovectomy; (c) adjacent tendon transfer; (d) turn down flaps; other than a service associated with a service to which item 49718 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49727

Lengthening of major tendon of ankle, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) synovial biopsy; (b) synovectomy (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49728

Lengthening of Achilles’ tendon, by any method, with gastro-soleus lengthening for the correction of equinous deformity, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) synovial biopsy; (b) synovectomy; other than a service associated with a service to which item 49727 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49730

Surgery of joint of hindfoot (other than ankle) or first metatarsophalangeal joint, by arthroscopic means, including any of the following (if performed): (a) cartilage treatment; (b) removal of loose bodies; (c) synovectomy; (d) excision of joint osteophytes; other than a service associated with a service to which anotheritem of this Schedule applies if the service describedin the other item is for the purpose of performing a procedure on the ankle by arthroscopic means—one joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49732

Endoscopy of large tendons of foot, including any of the following (if performed): (a) debridement of tendon and sheath; (b) removal of loose bodies; (c) synovectomy; (d) excision of tendon impingement; other than a service associated with a service to which item 49718 or 49724 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49734

Arthrotomy of hindfoot, midfoot or metatarsophalangeal joint, including: (a) removal of loose bodies; and (b) either or both of the following: (i) joint debridement; (ii) release of joint contracture; —each incision (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49736

Transfer of major tendon of foot and ankle, including: (a) split or whole transfer to contralateral side of foot; and (b) passage of posterior or anterior tendon to, or through, interosseous membrane; and (c) any of the following (if performed): (i) synovial biopsy; (ii) synovectomy; (iii) tendon lengthening; (iv) insetting of tendon (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49738

Stabilisation of ligament of talonavicular or metatarsophalangeal joint, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) local tendon transfer; (e) joint debridement (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49740

Revision of arthrodesis of ankle, by open or arthroscopic means, with internal or external fixation by any method, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) removal of osteophytes at joint; (e) removal of hardware; (f) neurolysis; (g) osteotomy of non-union or malunion; other than a service associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49742

Arthrodesis of extended ankle and hindfoot, by open or arthroscopic means, with internal or external fixation by any method, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) removal of osteophytes at joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49744

Revision of arthrodesis of extended ankle and hindfoot, by open or arthroscopic means, with internal or external fixation by any method, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) removal of osteophytes at joint; (e) removal of hardware; (f) neurolysis; (g) osteotomy of non-union or malunion; other than a service associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49760

Arthroereisis of subtalar joint, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) synovectomy; (c) joint debridement (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49761

Stabilisation of metatarsophalangeal joint at metatarsal, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) osteotomy, with or without fixation; (e) local tendon transfer; (f) local tendon lengthening or release; (g) ligament repair; (h) joint debridement; —one metatarsal (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49762

Stabilisation of metatarsophalangeal joint at metatarsals, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) osteotomy, with or without fixation; (e) local tendon transfer; (f) local tendon lengthening or release; (g) ligament repair; (h) joint debridement; —2 metatarsals (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49763

Stabilisation of metatarsophalangeal joint at metatarsals, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) osteotomy, with or without fixation; (e) local tendon transfer; (f) local tendon lengthening or release; (g) ligament repair; (h) joint debridement; —3 metatarsals (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49764

Stabilisation of metatarsophalangeal joint at metatarsals, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) osteotomy, with or without fixation; (e) local tendon transfer; (f) local tendon lengthening or release; (g) ligament repair; (h) joint debridement; —4 metatarsals (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49765

Stabilisation of metatarsophalangeal joint at metatarsals, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) osteotomy, with or without fixation; (e) local tendon transfer; (f) local tendon lengthening or release; (g) ligament repair; (h) joint debridement; —5 metatarsals (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49766

Stabilisation of metatarsophalangeal joint at metatarsals, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) osteotomy, with or without fixation; (e) local tendon transfer; (f) local tendon lengthening or release; (g) ligament repair; (h) joint debridement; —6 metatarsals (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49767

Stabilisation of metatarsophalangeal joint at metatarsals, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) osteotomy, with or without fixation; (e) local tendon transfer; (f) local tendon lengthening or release; (g) ligament repair; (h) joint debridement; —7 metatarsals (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49768

Stabilisation of metatarsophalangeal joint at metatarsals, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) osteotomy, with or without fixation; (e) local tendon transfer; (f) local tendon lengthening or release; (g) ligament repair; (h) joint debridement; —8 metatarsals (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49769

Unilateral correction of hallux valgus or varus deformity, by osteotomy of first metatarsal and proximal phalanx of first toe, with internal fixation of both bones, including any of the following (if performed): (a) exostectomy; (b) removal of bursae; (c) synovectomy; (d) capsule repair; (e) capsule or tendon release or transfer (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49770

Bilateral correction of hallux valgus or varus deformity, by osteotomy of first metatarsal and proximal phalanx of first toe, with internal fixation of both bones, including any of the following (if performed): (a) exostectomy; (b) removal of bursae; (c) synovectomy; (d) capsule repair; (e) capsule or tendon release or transfer (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49771

Synovectomy of major tendon of ankle, for extensive synovitis by any method, including any of the following (if performed): (a) tenolysis; (b) debridement of ligament or tendon (or both); (c) release of ligament or tendon (or both); (d) excision of tubercule or osteophyte; (e) reconstruction of tendon retinaculum; (f) neurolysis; other than a service associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site—each incision (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49772

Excision of rheumatoid nodules or gouty tophi, excluding aftercare, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) debridement of ligament or tendon (or both); (c) release of ligament or tendon (or both); (d) excision of tubercle or osteophyte; —each incision (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49773

Revision of excision of intermetatarsal or digital neuroma, including any of the following (if performed): (a) release of tissues; (b) excision of bursae; (c) neurolysis; other than a service associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site—one web space (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49774

Release of tarsal tunnel, including any of the following (if performed): (a) release of ligaments; (b) synovectomy; (c) neurolysis; other than a service associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site—one foot (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49775

Revision of release of tarsal tunnel, including any of the following (if performed): (a) release of ligaments; (b) synovectomy; (c) neurolysis; other than a service associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site—one foot (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49776

Revision of arthrodesis of joint of hindfoot, by open or arthroscopic means, with internal or external fixation by any method, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) removal of osteophytes at joint; (e) removal of hardware; (f) neurolysis; (g) osteotomy of non-union or malunion; other than a service associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site—may only be claimed once per joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49777

Arthrodesis of joint of midfoot, by open or arthroscopic means, with internal or external fixation by any method, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) removal of osteophytes at joint; —one joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49778

Arthrodesis of joints of midfoot, by open or arthroscopic means, with internal or external fixation by any method, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) removal of osteophytes at joints; —2 joints (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49779

Arthrodesis of joints of midfoot, by open or arthroscopic means, with internal or external fixation by any method, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) removal of osteophytes at joints; —3 joints (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49780

Arthrodesis of joints of midfoot, by open or arthroscopic means, with internal or external fixation by any method, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) removal of osteophytes at joints; —4 joints (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49781

Revision of arthrodesis of joint of midfoot, with internal or external fixation by any method, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) removal of ostephytes at joint; (e) removal of hardware; (f) osteotomy of non-union or malunion; —one joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49783

Excisional or interpositional arthroplasty of metatarsophalangeal or tarsometatarsal joints, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) local tendon transfer; (e) joint debridement; —3 joints (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49784

Excisional or interpositional arthroplasty of metatarsophalangeal or tarsometatarsal joints, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) local tendon transfer; (e) joint debridement; —4 joints (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49785

Excisional or interpositional arthroplasty of metatarsophalangeal or tarsometatarsal joints, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) local tendon transfer; (e) joint debridement; —5 joints (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49786

Excisional or interpositional arthroplasty of metatarsophalangeal or tarsometatarsal joints, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) local tendon transfer; (e) joint debridement; —6 joints (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49787

Excisional or interpositional arthroplasty of metatarsophalangeal or tarsometatarsal joints, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) local tendon transfer; (e) joint debridement; —7 joints (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49788

Excisional or interpositional arthroplasty of metatarsophalangeal or tarsometatarsal joints, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) local tendon transfer; (e) joint debridement; —8 joints (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49789

Bilateral arthrodesis of first metatarsophalangeal joint, by open or arthroscopic means, with internal or external fixation by any method, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) removal of osteophytes at joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49790

Revision of arthrodesis of first metatarsophalangeal joint, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) removal of exostosis at joint; (e) removal of hardware; (f) osteotomy of non-union or malunion (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49791

Arthrodesis of hallux interphalangeal or lesser metatarsophalangeal joint, with internal or external fixation by any method, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) removal of osteophytes at joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49792

Arthrodesis, osteotomy or interpositional arthroplasty of proximal or distal joint (or both) of lesser toe, including any of the following (if performed): (a) internal fixation, by any method; (b) capsulotomy; (c) joint release; (d) synovectomy; (e) removal of osteophytes at joints; —one or 2 toes (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49793

Arthrodesis, osteotomy or interpositional arthroplasty of proximal or distal joint (or both) of lesser toe, including any of the following (if performed): (a) internal fixation, by any method; (b) capsulotomy; (c) joint release; (d) synovectomy; (e) removal of osteophytes at joints; —3 toes (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49794

Arthrodesis, osteotomy or interpositional arthroplasty of proximal or distal joint (or both) of lesser toe, including any of the following (if performed): (a) internal fixation, by any method; (b) capsulotomy; (c) joint release; (d) synovectomy; (e) removal of osteophytes at joints; —4 toes (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49795

Arthrodesis, osteotomy or interpositional arthroplasty of proximal or distal joint (or both) of lesser toe, including any of the following (if performed): (a) internal fixation, by any method; (b) capsulotomy; (c) joint release; (d) synovectomy; (e) removal of osteophytes at joints; —5 toes (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49796

Arthrodesis, osteotomy or interpositional arthroplasty of proximal or distal joint (or both) of lesser toe, including any of the following (if performed): (a) internal fixation, by any method; (b) capsulotomy; (c) joint release; (d) synovectomy; (e) removal of osteophytes at joints; —6 toes (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49797

Arthrodesis, osteotomy or interpositional arthroplasty of proximal or distal joint (or both) of lesser toe, including any of the following (if performed): (a) internal fixation, by any method; (b) capsulotomy; (c) joint release; (d) synovectomy; (e) removal of osteophytes at joints; —7 toes (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49798

Arthrodesis, osteotomy or interpositional arthroplasty of proximal or distal joint (or both) of lesser toe, including any of the following (if performed): (a) internal fixation, by any method; (b) capsulotomy; (c) joint release; (d) synovectomy; (e) removal of osteophytes at joints; —8 toes (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49800

Primary repair of flexor or extensor tendon of foot, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) synovial biopsy; (b) synovectomy; —one toe (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49803

Secondary repair of flexor or extensor tendon of foot, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) synovial biopsy; (b) synovectomy; —one toe (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49806

Subcutaneous tenotomy of foot, by small percutaneous incisions—one or more tendons (Anaes.)

49809

Open tenotomy or lengthening of foot, by open incision, with or without tenoplasty, including either or both of the following (if performed): (a) synovial biopsy; (b) synovectomy; —one toe (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49812

Advancement of tendon or ligament transfer of foot, including: (a) side to side transfer, harvesting and transfer for ligament or minor foot tendon reconstruction; and (b) either or both of the following (if performed): (i) synovial biopsy; (ii) synovectomy; —one major tendon or toe (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49814

Reconstruction of major tendon of ankle, by any method, including: (a) osteotomy of hindfoot, with internal fixation; and (b) lengthening of major tendon of ankle; and (c) any of the following (if performed): (i) synovial biopsy; (ii) synovectomy; (iii) adjacent tendon transfer; (iv) turn down flaps; other than a service associated with a service to which item 49718 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49815

Triple arthrodesis of hindfoot joints, with internal or external fixation by any method, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) removal of osteophytes at joints (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49818

Release of plantar fascia, including excision of calcaneal spur (if performed) (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49821

Excisional or interpositional arthroplasty of metatarsophalangeal or tarsometatarsal joint, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) local tendon transfer; (e) joint debridement —one joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49824

Excisional or interpositional arthroplasty of metatarsophalangeal or tarsometatarsal joint, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) local tendon transfer; (e) joint debridement; —2 joints (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49827

Unilateral correction of hallux valgus or varus deformity of the foot, by local tendon transfer, including any of the following (if performed): (a) exostectomy; (b) removal of bursae; (c) synovectomy; (d) capsule repair; (e) capsule or tendon release or transfer (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49830

Bilateral correction of hallux valgus or varus deformity of the foot, by local tendon transfer, including any of the following (if performed): (a) exostectomy; (b) removal of bursae; (c) synovectomy; (d) capsule repair; (e) capsule or tendon release or transfer (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49833

Unilateral correction of hallux valgus or varus deformity of the foot, by osteotomy of first metatarsal, without internal fixation, including any of the following (if performed): (a) exostectomy; (b) removal of bursae; (c) synovectomy; (d) capsule repair; (e) capsule or tendon release or transfer (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49836

Bilateral correction of hallux valgus or varus deformity of the foot by osteotomy of first metatarsal, without internal fixation, including any of the following (if performed): (a) exostectomy; (b) removal of bursae; (c) synovectomy; (d) capsule repair; (e) capsule or tendon release or transfer (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49837

Unilateral correction of hallux valgus or varus deformity of the foot, by osteotomy of first metatarsal, with internal fixation, including any of the following (if performed): (a) exostectomy; (b) removal of bursae; (c) synovectomy; (d) capsule repair; (e) capsule or tendon release or transfer (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49838

Bilateral correction of hallux valgus or varus deformity of the foot by osteotomy of first metatarsal, with internal fixation or arthrodesis of first metatarsophalangeal joint, including any of the following (if performed): (a) exostectomy; (b) removal of bursae; (c) synovectomy; (d) capsule repair; (e) capsule or tendon release or transfer (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49845

Unilateral arthrodesis of first metatarsophalangeal joint, by open or arthroscopic means, with internal or external fixation by any method, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) removal of osteophytes at joints (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49851

Arthrodesis, osteotomy or interpositional arthroplasty of proximal or distal (or both) joints of lesser toe, including any of the following (if performed): (a) internal fixation, by any method; (b) capsulotomy; (c) tendon lengthening; (d) joint release; (e) synovectomy; (f) removal of osteophytes at joints; —one toe (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49854

Radical plantar fasciotomy or fasciectomy, with extensive incision into foot and excision of fascia, including excision of calcaneal spur (if performed), other than a service associated with a service to which 49818 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49860

Synovectomy of metatarsophalangeal joints, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) debridement; (c) release of ligament or tendon (or both); —one or more joints on one foot (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49866

Excision of intermetatarsal or digital neuroma, including any of the following (if performed): (a) release of metatarsal or digital ligament; (b) excision of bursae; (c) neurolysis; other than a service associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site—one web space (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49878

Talipes equinovarus, calcaneo valgus or metatarsus varus, treatment by cast, splint or manipulation—each attendance (Anaes.)

49881

Complete excision of one or more ganglia or bursae: (a) including excision of bony prominence or mucinous cyst of interphalangeal or metatarsophalangeal joint and surrounding tissues; and (b) including any of the following (if performed): (i) arthrotomy; (ii) synovectomy; (iii) osteophyte resections; (iv) neurolysis; (v) skin closure, by any local method; other than a service associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site—each incision (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49884

Complete excision of one or more ganglia or bursae: (a) including excision of bony prominence or mucinous cyst of ankle, hindoot or midfoot joint and surrounding tissues; and (b) including any of the following (if performed): (i) arthrotomy; (ii) synovectomy; (iii) osteophyte resections; (iv) neurolysis; (v) capsular or ligament repair; (vi) skin closure, by any method; other than a service associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site—each incision (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49887

Revision of complete excision of one or more ganglia or bursae: (a) including excision of bony prominence or mucinous cyst of interphalangeal or metatarsophalangeal joint and surrounding tissues; and (b) including any of the following (if performed): (i) arthrotomy; (ii) synovectomy; (iii) osteophyte resections; (iv) neurolysis; (v) skin closure, by any method; other than a service associated with: (c) a service to which item 49881 applies; or (d) a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site —each incision (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

49890

Revision of complete excision of one or more ganglia or bursae: (a) including excision of bony prominence or mucinous cyst of ankle, hindfoot or midfoot joint and surrounding tissues; and (b) including any of the following (if performed): (i) arthrotomy; (ii) synovectomy; (iii) osteophyte resections; (iv) neurolysis; (v) capsular or ligament repair; (vi) skin closure, by any method; other than a service associated with: (c) a service to which item 49884 applies; or (d) a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site —each incision (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50107

Stabilisation of joint of hip, by open means, including any of the following (if performed): (a) repair of capsule; (b) labrum; (c) capsulorraphy; (d) repair of ligament; (e) internal fixation; other than a service associated with a service to which another item in this Group applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50112

Cicatricial flexion or extension contraction of joint, correction of, involving tissues deeper than skin and subcutaneous tissue, other than a service to which another item in this Group applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50115

Manipulation of one or more joints, excluding spine, other than a service associated with a service to which another item in this Group applies (H) (Anaes.)

50118

Arthrodesis of joint of hindfoot, by any method, with internal or external fixation by any method, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) joint release; (c) synovectomy; (d) removal of osteophytes at joints; —one joint (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50130

Joint or joints, application of external fixator to, other than for treatment of fractures (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50200

Core needle biopsy of aggressive or potentially malignant bone or soft tissue tumour, excluding aftercare (Anaes.)

50201

Incisional biopsy of aggressive or potentially malignant bone or soft tissue tumour, excluding aftercare (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50203

Intralesional or marginal excision of bone or soft tissue tumour (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50206

Intralesional or marginal excision of bone tumour, with at least one of the following: (a) autograft; (b) allograft; (c) cementation (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50209

Intralesional or marginal excision of bone tumour, with at least 2 of the following: (a) autograft; (b) allograft; (c) cementation (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50212

Wide excision of malignant or aggressive bone or soft tissue tumour (or both), affecting a limb, trunk or scapula (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50215

Wide excision of malignant or aggressive bone or soft tissue tumour (or both), with intercalary reconstruction of bone by prosthesis, allograft or autograft (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50218

Wide excision of malignant or aggressive bone or soft tissue tumour (or both), with reconstruction, replacement or arthrodesis of adjacent joint, by prosthesis, allograft or autograft (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50221

Wide excision of malignant or aggressive bone or soft tissue tumour (or both) of pelvis, sacrum or spine, without reconstruction (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50224

Wide excision of malignant or aggressive bone or soft tissue tumour (or both) of pelvis, sacrum or spine, with reconstruction of bone defect, or one or more joints, by any technique (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50233

Treatment of malignant or aggressive bone or soft tissue tumour (or both) by hindquarter or forequarter amputation(H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50236

Treatment of malignant or aggressive bone or soft tissue tumour (or both), by hip disarticulation, shoulder disarticulation or amputation through the proximal one third of the femur (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50239

Treatment of malignant or aggressive bone or soft tissue tumour (or both), by amputation, other than a service associated with a service to which item 50233 or 50236 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50242

Revision of endoprosthetic replacement, if item 50218 or 50224, or an item that describes a service substantially similar to either of those items, applied to the initial procedure: (a) including any of the following: (i) rebushing; (ii) patella resurfacing; (iii) polyethylene exchange or similar; and (b) excluding removal of prosthetic from bone (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50245

Revision of reconstructive procedure, if item 50215, 50218 or 50224, or an item that describes a service substantially similar to any of those items, applied to the initial procedure, by any technique or combination of techniques (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50300

Gradual correction of joint deformity, with application of external fixator (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50303

Limb lengthening, by gradual distraction, with application of external fixator or intra-medullary device (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50306

Bipolar limb lengthening: (a) with application of external fixator or intra-medullary device; and (b) by any of the following: (i) gradual distraction; (ii) bone transport; (iii) fixator extension, to correct for an adjacent joint deformity (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50309

Ring fixator or similar device, adjustment of, with or without insertion or removal of fixation pins, performed under general anaesthesia, other than a service to which item 50303 or 50306 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50310

Major adjustment of ring fixator or similar device, other than a service associated with a service to which item 50303, 50306, or 50309 applies

50312

Synovectomy or debridement, and microfracture, of ankle joint for osteochondral large defect greater than 1.5cm2, by arthroscopic or open means, including any of the following (if performed): (a) capsulotomy; (b) debridement or release of ligament; (c) debridement or release of tendon; other than a service associated with a service to which any of the following apply: (d) item 49703; (e) another item in this Schedule if the service described in the other item is for the purpose of performing an arthroscopic procedure of the ankle (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50321

Release of soft tissue of talipes equinovarus, by open means (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50324

Revision of release of soft tissue of talipes equinovarus, by open means (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50330

Post-operative manipulation, and change of plaster, of vertical, congenital talipes equinovarus or talus, other than a service to which item 50321 or 50324 applies (H) (Anaes.)

50335

Treatment of vertical, congenital talus, by percutaneous or open stabilisation of talonavicular joint and Achilles’ tenotomy (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50336

Talus, vertical, congenital, combined anterior and posterior reconstruction (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50339

Tibialis anterior or tibialis posterior tendon transfer (split or whole) (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50345

Hyperextension deformity of toe, release incorporating V-Y plasty of skin, lengthening of extensor tendons and release of capsule contracture (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50348

Knee, deformity of, post-operative manipulation and change of plaster, performed under general anaesthesia (H) (Anaes.)

50351

Treatment of developmental dislocation of hip, by open reduction, including application of hip spica (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50352

Treatment of developmental dysplasia of hip, including supervision of initial application of splint, harness or cast, other than a service to which another item in this Group applies (Anaes.)

50354

Resection and fixation of congenital pseudarthrosis of tibia (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50357

Transfer of tendon of rectus femoris or medial or lateral hamstring (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50360

Combined medial and lateral hamstring tendon transfer (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50369

Unilateral posterior release of knee contracture, with multiple tendon lengthening or tenotomies, including release of joint capsule (if performed), other than a service associated with a service to which another item of this Schedule applies if the service describedin the other item is for the purpose of knee replacement (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50372

Bilateral posterior release of knee contracture, with multiple tendon lengthening or tenotomies, including release of joint capsule (if performed), other than a service associated with a service to which another item of this Schedule applies if the service described in the other item is for the purpose of knee replacement (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50375

Unilateral medial release of hip contracture, with lengthening or division of the adductors and psoas, including division of obturator nerve (if performed) (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50378

Bilateral medial release of hip contracture, with lengthening or division of adductors and psoas, including division of obturator nerve (if performed) (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50381

Unilateral anterior release of hip contracture, with lengthening or division of hip flexors and psoas, including division of joint capsule (if performed) (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50384

Bilateral anterior release of hip contracture, with lengthening or division of hip flexors and psoas, including division of joint capsule (if performed) (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50390

Application of cast under general anaesthesia, for patient with perthes, cerebral palsy, or other neuromuscular conditions, affecting hips or knees (H) (Anaes.)

50393

Acetabular shelf procedure, other than a service associated with a service to which another item of this Schedule applies if the service in the other item is for the purpose of performing arthroplasty on the hip (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50394

Multiple peri-acetabular osteotomy, including internal fixation (if performed) (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50395

Osteotomy and distillation of greater trochanter, with internal fixation (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50396

Amputation of congenital abnormalities or duplication of digits of the hand or foot, including any of the following (if performed): (a) splitting of phalanx or phalanges; (b) ligament reconstruction; (c) joint reconstruction (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50399

Forearm, radial aplasia or dysplasia (radial club hand), centralisation or radialisation of (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50426

Removal of one or more lesions from bone, for osteochondroma occurring solitary or in association with hereditary multiple exotoses, with histological examination—one approach (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50428

Percutaneous drilling of osteochondritis dessicans or other osteochondral lesion, for a patient: (a) with open growth plates; or (b) less than 18 years of age (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50450

Unilateral single event multilevel surgery, for a patient less than 18 years of age with hemiplegic cerebral palsy, comprising 3 or more of the following: (a) lengthening of a contracted muscle tendon unit or units by tendon lengthening, muscle recession, fractional lengthening or intramuscular lengthening; (b) correction of muscle imbalance by transfer of a tendon or tendons; (c) correction of femoral torsion by rotational osteotomy of the femur; (d) correction of tibial torsion by rotational osteotomy of the tibia; (e) correction of joint instability by varus derotation osteotomy of the femur, subtalar arthrodesis with synovectomy if performed, or os calcis lengthening; conjoint surgery, principal specialist surgeon, including fluoroscopy and aftercare (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50451

Unilateral single event multilevel surgery, for a patient less than 18 years of age with hemiplegic cerebral palsy, comprising 3 or more of the following: (a) lengthening of a contracted muscle tendon unit or units by tendon lengthening, muscle recession, fractional lengthening or intramuscular lengthening; (b) correction of muscle imbalance by transfer of a tendon or tendons; (c) correction of femoral torsion by rotational osteotomy of the femur; (d) correction of tibial torsion by rotational osteotomy of the tibia; (e) correction of joint instability by varus derotation osteotomy of the femur, subtalar arthrodesis with synovectomy if performed, or os calcis lengthening; conjoint surgery, conjoint specialist surgeon, including fluoroscopy and excluding aftercare (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50455

Bilateral single event multilevel surgery, for a patient less than 18 years of age with diplegic cerebral palsy, that comprises: (a) lengthening of a contracted muscle tendon unit or units by tendon lengthening, muscle recession, fractional lengthening or intramuscular lengthening; and (b) correction of muscle imbalance by transfer of a tendon or tendons; conjoint surgery, principal specialist surgeon, including fluoroscopy and aftercare (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50456

Bilateral single event multilevel surgery, for a patient less than 18 years of age with diplegic cerebral palsy, that comprises: (a) lengthening of a contracted muscle tendon unit or units by tendon lengthening, muscle recession, fractional lengthening or intramuscular lengthening; and (b) correction of muscle imbalance by transfer of a tendon or tendons; conjoint surgery, conjoint specialist surgeon, including fluoroscopy and excluding aftercare (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50460

Bilateral single event multilevel surgery, for a patient less than 18 years of age with diplegic cerebral palsy, that comprises bilateral soft tissue surgery and bilateral femoral osteotomies, with: (a) lengthening of a contracted muscle tendon unit or units by tendon lengthening, muscle recession, fractional lengthening or intramuscular lengthening; and (b) correction of muscle imbalance by transfer of a tendon or tendons; and (c) correction of torsional abnormality of the femur by rotational osteotomy and internal fixation; conjoint surgery, principal specialist surgeon, including fluoroscopy and aftercare (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50461

Bilateral single event multilevel surgery, for a patient less than 18 years of age with diplegic cerebral palsy, that comprises bilateral soft tissue surgery and bilateral femoral osteotomies, with: (a) lengthening of a contracted muscle tendon unit or units by tendon lengthening, muscle recession, fractional lengthening or intramuscular lengthening; and (b) correction of muscle imbalance by transfer of a tendon or tendons; and (c) correction of torsional abnormality of the femur by rotational osteotomy and internal fixation; conjoint surgery, conjoint specialist surgeon, including fluoroscopy and excluding aftercare (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50465

Bilateral single event multilevel surgery, for a patient less than 18 years of age with diplegic cerebral palsy, that comprises bilateral soft tissue surgery, bilateral femoral osteotomies and bilateral tibial osteotomies, with: (a) lengthening of a contracted muscle tendon unit or units by tendon lengthening, muscle recession, fractional lengthening or intramuscular lengthening; and (b) correction of muscle imbalance by transfer of a tendon or tendons; and (c) correction of abnormal torsion of the femur by rotational osteotomy with internal fixation; and (d) correction of abnormal torsion of the tibia by rotational osteotomy with internal fixation; conjoint surgery, principal specialist surgeon, including fluoroscopy and aftercare (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50466

Bilateral single event multilevel surgery, for a patient less than 18 years of age with diplegic cerebral palsy, that comprises bilateral soft tissue surgery, bilateral femoral osteotomies and bilateral tibial osteotomies, with: (a) lengthening of a contracted muscle tendon unit or units by tendon lengthening, muscle recession, fractional lengthening or intramuscular lengthening; and (b) correction of muscle imbalance by transfer of a tendon or tendons; and (c) correction of abnormal torsion of the femur by rotational osteotomy with internal fixation; and (d) correction of abnormal torsion of the tibia by rotational osteotomy with internal fixation; conjoint surgery, conjoint specialist surgeon, including fluoroscopy and excluding aftercare (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50470

Bilateral single event multilevel surgery, for a patient less than 18 years of age with cerebral palsy, that comprises bilateral soft tissue surgery, bilateral femoral osteotomies, bilateral tibial osteotomies and bilateral foot stabilisation, with: (a) lengthening of a contracted muscle tendon unit or units by tendon lengthening, muscle recession, fractional lengthening or intramuscular lengthening; and (b) correction of muscle imbalance by transfer of a tendon or tendons; and (c) correction of abnormal torsion of the femur by rotational osteotomy with internal fixation; and (d) correction of abnormal torsion of the tibia by rotational osteotomy with internal fixation; and (e) correction of bilateral pes valgus by os calcis lengthening or subtalar fusion; conjoint surgery, principal specialist surgeon, including fluoroscopy and aftercare (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50471

Bilateral single event multilevel surgery, for a patient less than 18 years of age with cerebral palsy, that comprises bilateral soft tissue surgery, bilateral femoral osteotomies, bilateral tibial osteotomies and bilateral foot stabilisation, with: (a) lengthening of a contracted muscle tendon unit or units by tendon lengthening, muscle recession, fractional lengthening or intramuscular lengthening; and (b) correction of muscle imbalance by transfer of a tendon or tendons; and (c) correction of abnormal torsion of the femur by rotational osteotomy with internal fixation; and (d) correction of abnormal torsion of the tibia by rotational osteotomy with internal fixation; and (e) correction of bilateral pes valgus by os calcis lengthening or subtalar fusion; conjoint surgery, conjoint specialist surgeon, including fluoroscopy and excluding aftercare (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50475

Single event multilevel surgery, for a patient less than 18 years of age with diplegic cerebral palsy, for the correction of crouch gait, including: (a) lengthening of a contracted muscle tendon unit or units by tendon lengthening, muscle recession, fractional lengthening or intramuscular lengthening; and (b) correction of muscle imbalance by transfer of a tendon or tendons; and (c) correction of flexion deformity at the knee by extension osteotomy of the distal femur including internal fixation; and (d) correction of patella alta and quadriceps insufficiency by patella tendon shortening or reconstruction; and (e) correction of tibial torsion by rotational osteotomy of the tibia with internal fixation; and (f) correction of foot instability by os calcis lengthening or subtalar fusion; conjoint surgery, principal specialist surgeon, including fluoroscopy and aftercare (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50476

Single event multilevel surgery, for a patient less than 18 years of age with diplegic cerebral palsy, for the correction of crouch gait including: (a) lengthening of a contracted muscle tendon unit or units by tendon lengthening, muscle recession, fractional lengthening or intramuscular lengthening; and (b) correction of muscle imbalance by transfer of a tendon or tendons; and (c) correction of flexion deformity at the knee by extension osteotomy of the distal femur including internal fixation; and (d) correction of patella alta and quadriceps insufficiency by patella tendon shortening or reconstruction; and (e) correction of tibial torsion by rotational osteotomy of the tibia with internal fixation; and (f) correction of foot instability by os calcis lengthening or subtalar fusion; conjoint surgery, conjoint specialist surgeon, including fluoroscopy and excluding aftercare (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50508

Treatment of fracture of distal end of radius or ulna (or both), by closed reduction, for a patient with open growth plates (Anaes.)

50512

Treatment of fracture of distal end of radius or ulna (or both), by open or closed reduction, with internal fixation, for a patient with open growth plates (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50524

Radius or ulna, shaft of, with open growth plate, treatment of fracture of, in conjunction with dislocation of distal radio-ulnar joint or proximal radio-humeral joint (Galeazzi or Monteggia injury), by closed reduction (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50528

Radius or ulna, shaft of, with open growth plate, treatment of fracture of, in conjunction with dislocation of distal radio-ulnar joint or proximal radio-humeral joint (Galeazzi or Monteggia injury), by reduction with or without internal fixation by open or percutaneous means (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50532

Treatment of fracture of shafts of radius or ulna (or both), by closed reduction, for a patient with open growth plate (H) (Anaes.)

50536

Treatment of fracture of shafts of radius or ulna (or both), by open or closed reduction, with internal fixation, for a patient with open growth plate (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50540

Olecranon, with open growth plate, treatment of fracture of, by open reduction (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50544

Radius, with open growth plate, treatment of fracture of head or neck of, by closed reduction of (Anaes.)

50548

Radius, with open growth plate, treatment of fracture of head or neck of, by reduction with or without internal fixation by open or percutaneous means (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50552

Humerus, proximal, with open growth plate, treatment of fracture of, by closed reduction (H) (Anaes.)

50556

Treatment of fracture of proximal humerus, by open or closed reduction, with internal fixation, for a patient with open growth plate (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50560

Humerus, shaft of, with open growth plate, treatment of fracture of, by closed reduction (H) (Anaes.)

50564

Treatment of fracture of shaft of humerus, by open or closed reduction, with internal or external fixation, for a patient with open growth plate (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50568

Humerus, with open growth plate, supracondylar or condylar, treatment of fracture of, by closed reduction (H) (Anaes.)

50572

Humerus, with open growth plate, supracondylar or condylar, treatment of fracture of, by reduction with or without internal fixation by open or percutaneous means (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50576

Treatment of fracture of femur, by closed reduction or traction, including application of hip spica (if performed), for a patient with open growth plate (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50580

Tibia, with open growth plate, plateau or condyles, medial or lateral, treatment of fracture of, by reduction with or without internal fixation by open or percutaneous means (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50584

Tibia, distal, with open growth plate, treatment of fracture of, by reduction with or without internal fixation by open or percutaneous means (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50588

Tibia and fibula, with open growth plates, treatment of fracture of, by internal fixation (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50592

Treatment of fracture of shaft of femur, by open or closed reduction, with internal or external fixation, for a patient with open growth plate (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50596

Treatment of fracture of shaft of tibia, by open or closed reduction, including casting, for a patient with open growth plate (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

50654

Examination or closed reduction (or both) of hip for a patient under the age of 18 years, including any of the following (if performed): (a) diagnostic injection; (b) arthrography; (c) application or reapplication of a hip spica (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

52056

HAEMATOMA, aspiration of (Anaes.)

52057

LARGE HAEMATOMA, LARGE ABSCESS, CARBUNCLE, CELLULITIS or similar lesion, requiring admission to a hospital, INCISION WITH DRAINAGE OF (excluding aftercare) (Anaes.)

52058

PERCUTANEOUS DRAINAGE OF DEEP ABSCESS, usinginterventional imaging techniques - but not including imaging (Anaes.)

52059

ABSCESS, DRAINAGE TUBE, exchange of using interventional imaging techniques - but not including imaging (Anaes.)

52060

MUSCLE, excision of (Anaes.)

52061

MUSCLE, RUPTURED, repair of (limited), not associated with external wound (Anaes.)

52062

MUSCLE, RUPTURED, repair of (extensive), not associated with external wound (Anaes.) (Assist.)

52063

BONE TUMOUR, INNOCENT, excision of, not being a service to which another item in Groups O3 to O9 applies (Anaes.) (Assist.)

52064

BONE CYST, injection into or aspiration of (Anaes.)

52066

SUBMANDIBULAR GLAND, extirpation of (Anaes.) (Assist.)

52069

SUBLINGUAL GLAND, extirpation of (Anaes.)

52072

SALIVARY GLAND, DILATATION OR DIATHERMY of duct (Anaes.)

52073

SALIVARY GLAND, repair of CUTANEOUS FISTULA OF (Anaes.)

52075

SALIVARY GLAND, removal of CALCULUS from duct or meatotomy or marsupialisation, 1 or more such procedures (Anaes.)

52078

TONGUE, partial excision of (Anaes.) (Assist.)

52081

TONGUE TIE, division or excision of frenulum (Anaes.)

52084

TONGUE TIE, MANDIBULAR FRENULUM OR MAXILLARY FRENULUM, division or excision of frenulum, in a patient aged not less than 2 years (Anaes.)

52087

RANULA OR MUCOUS CYST OF MOUTH, removal of (Anaes.)

52090

OPERATION ON MANDIBLE OR MAXILLA (other than alveolar margins) for chronic osteomyelitis - 1 bone or in combination with adjoining bones (Anaes.) (Assist.)

52092

OPERATION on SKULL for OSTEOMYELITIS (Anaes.) (Assist.)

52094

OPERATION ON ANY COMBINATION OF ADJOINING BONES, being bones referred to in item 52092 (Anaes.) (Assist.)

52095

BONE GROWTH STIMULATOR, insertion of (Anaes.) (Assist.)

52096

ORTHOPAEDIC PIN OR WIRE, insertion of, into maxilla or mandible or zygoma, as an independent procedure (Anaes.)

52097

EXTERNAL FIXATION, removal of, in the operating theatre of a hospital (Anaes.)

52098

EXTERNAL FIXATION, removal of, in conjunction with operations involving internal fixation or bone grafting or both (Anaes.)

52099

BURIED WIRE, PIN or SCREW, 1 or more, which were inserted for internal fixation purposes into maxilla or mandible or zygoma, removal of, requiring anaesthesia, incision, dissection and suturing, per bone, not being a service associated with a service to which item 52102 or 52105 applies (Anaes.)

52102

BURIED WIRE, PIN or SCREW, 1 or more, which were inserted for internal fixation purposes into maxilla or mandible or zygoma, removal of, requiring anaesthesia, incision, dissection and suturing, where undertaken in the operating theatre of a hospital, per bone (Anaes.)

52105

PLATE, 1 or more of, and associated screw and wire which were inserted for internal fixation purposes into maxilla or mandible or zygoma, removal of, requiring anaesthesia, incision, dissection and suturing, per bone, not being a service associated with a service to which item 52099 or 52102 applies (Anaes.) (Assist.)

52114

MANDIBLE or MAXILLA, segmental resection of, for tumours or cysts (Anaes.) (Assist.)

52126

MAXILLA, total resection of (Anaes.) (Assist.)

52129

MAXILLA, total resection of both maxillae (Anaes.) (Assist.)

52130

BONE GRAFT, not being a service to which another item in Groups O3 to O9 applies (Anaes.) (Assist.)

52131

BONE GRAFT WITH INTERNAL FIXATION, not being a service to which an item in the range (a)51900 to 52186; or (b)52303 to 53460 applies (Anaes.) (Assist.)

52180

MALIGNANT DISEASE AGGRESSIVE OR POTENTIALLY MALIGNANT BONE OR DEEP SOFT TISSUE TUMOUR, biopsy of (not including aftercare) (Anaes.)

52182

BONE OR MALIGNANT DEEP SOFT TISSUE TUMOUR, lesional or marginal excision of (Anaes.) (Assist.)

52184

BONE TUMOUR, lesional or marginal excision of, combined with any 1 of: liquid nitrogen freezing, autograft, allograft or cementation (Anaes.) (Assist.)

52186

BONE TUMOUR, lesional or marginal excision of, combined with any 2 or more of: liquid nitrogen freezing, autograft, allograft or cementation (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53200

MANDIBLE, treatment of a dislocation of, not requiring open reduction (Anaes.)

53203

MANDIBLE, treatment of a dislocation of, requiring open reduction (Anaes.)

53206

TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT, manipulation of, performed in the operating theatre of a hospital, not being a service associated with a service to which another item in Groups O3 to O9 applies (Anaes.)

53209

GLENOID FOSSA, ZYGOMATIC ARCH and TEMPORAL BONE, reconstruction of (Obwegeser technique) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53212

ABSENT CONDYLE and ASCENDING RAMUS in hemifacial microsomia, construction of, not including harvesting of graft material (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53215

TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT, arthroscopy of, with or without biopsy, not being a service associated with any other arthroscopic procedure of that joint (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53218

TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT, arthroscopy of, removal of loose bodies, debridement, or treatment of adhesions - 1 or more such procedures (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53220

TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT, arthrotomy of, not being a service to which another item in this Group applies (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53221

TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT, open surgical exploration of, with or without microsurgical techniques (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53224

TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT, open surgical exploration of, with condylectomy or condylotomy, with or without microsurgical techniques (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53225

ARTHROCENTESIS, irrigation of temporomandibular joint after insertion of 2 cannuli into the appropriate joint space(s) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53226

TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT, synovectomy of, not being a service to which another item in this Group applies (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53227

TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT, open surgical exploration of, with or without meniscus or capsular surgery, including meniscectomy when performed, with or without microsurgical techniques (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53230

TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT, open surgical exploration of, with meniscus, capsular and condylar head surgery, with or without microsurgical techniques (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53233

TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT, surgery of, involving procedures to which items 53224, 53226, 53227 and 53230 apply and also involving the use of tissue flaps, or cartilage graft, or allograft implants, with or without microsurgical techniques (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53236

TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT, stabilisation of, involving 1 or more of: repair of capsule, repair of ligament or internal fixation, not being a service to which another item in this Group applies (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53239

TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT, arthrodesis of, not being a service to which another item in this Group applies (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53400

MAXILLA, unilateral or bilateral, treatment of fracture of, not requiring splinting

53403

MANDIBLE, treatment of fracture of, not requiring splinting

53406

MAXILLA, treatment of fracture of, requiring splinting, wiring of teeth, circumosseous fixation or external fixation (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53409

MANDIBLE, treatment of fracture of, requiringsplinting, wiring of teeth, circumosseous fixation or external fixation (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53410

ZYGOMATIC BONE, treatment of fracture of, not requiring surgical reduction

53411

ZYGOMATIC BONE, treatment of fracture of, requiring surgical reduction by a temporal, intra-oral or other approach (Anaes.)

53412

ZYGOMATIC BONE, treatment of fracture of, requiring surgical reduction and involving internal or external fixation at 1 site (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53413

ZYGOMATIC BONE, treatment of fracture of, requiring surgical reduction and involving internal or external fixation or both at 2 sites (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53414

ZYGOMATIC BONE, treatment of fracture of, requiring surgical reduction and involving internal or external fixation or both at 3 sites (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53415

MAXILLA, treatment of fracture of, requiring open reduction (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53416

MANDIBLE, treatment of fracture of, requiring open reduction (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53418

MAXILLA, treatment of fracture of, requiring open reduction and internal fixation not involving plate(s) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53419

MANDIBLE, treatment of fracture of, requiring open reduction and internal fixation not involving plate(s) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53422

MAXILLA, treatment of fracture of, requiring open reduction and internal fixation involving plate(s) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53423

MANDIBLE, treatment of fracture of, requiring open reduction and internal fixation involving plate(s) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53424

MAXILLA, treatment of a complicated fracture of, involving viscera, blood vessels or nerves, requiring open reduction not involving plate(s) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53425

MANDIBLE, treatment of a complicated fracture of, involving viscera, blood vessels or nerves, requiring open reduction not involving plate(s) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53427

MAXILLA, treatment of a complicated fracture of, involving viscera, blood vessels or nerves, requiring open reduction involving the use of plate(s) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53429

MANDIBLE, treatment of a complicated fracture of, involving viscera, blood vessels or nerves, requiring open reduction involving the use of plate(s) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

53439

MANDIBLE, treatment of a closed fracture of, involving a joint surface (Anaes.)

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