CPT code 23410 represents an open surgical repair of an acute rotator cuff tear of the shoulder, a definitive operative treatment for tendon avulsions or full-thickness tears that compromise shoulder function. This code is clinically significant nationwide because rotator cuff injuries are common and surgical repair affects resource use, surgical scheduling, and reimbursement for orthopaedic services.

Key payers covered in this analysis include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find a concise clinical context for the service, typical sites of care, and the types of information payers commonly evaluate for coverage and claims adjudication. The publication summarizes benchmarks and utilization patterns, highlights any recent policy updates affecting coverage and prior authorization, and provides coding and billing considerations relevant to surgical and facility stakeholders.

The content is intended to inform clinicians, billing professionals, and policy analysts about how CPT code 23410 is used in practice, what to expect in terms of site-of-service delivery, and the payer landscape that influences authorization and reimbursement processes. Data not provided in the input are noted where applicable.