Bone, joint and muscle - MBS item (46335)

The following MBS item is included in this clinical category.

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.)