Billing Codes

48953

Surgery of scapulothoracic 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 another item in this Group applies that is performed on the same joint by arthroscopic means (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

Schedule fee
$732.50
was $713.95
100% Benefit
75%: $549.40
Category
Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures
Group T8 · Sub 8
Status
Fee changed
Full description

Surgery of scapulothoracic 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 another item in this Group applies that is performed on the same joint by arthroscopic means (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)

Fee history

Release Change Old New
July 2026 Fee ↑ $713.95 $732.5

Data sourced from Australian Government publications · Not an official government service