Joint replacements - MBS item (49782)

The following MBS item is included in this clinical category.

49782
Revision of total ankle replacement, including: (a) bone grafting of perioperative cysts to the tibia or talus (or both); and (b) retention of implants; and (c) any of the following (if performed): (i) capsulotomy; (ii) joint release; (iii) neurolysis; (iv) debridement and grafting of cysts; (v) synovectomy; (vi) joint debridement; other than a service associated with a service to which item 30023 applies that is performed at the same site (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)