Surgical Drainage of Wrist Joint Infection

Septic arthritis of the wrist requires urgent surgical drainage to prevent cartilage destruction and stiffness.

What It Costs

MOH Fee Benchmarks indicate:
• Surgeon fee: SGD 3,800 – 6,200
• Anaesthetist fee: SGD 1,200 – 1,800

What’s Typically Covered

Most comprehensive plans cover:
• Emergency joint infection surgery
• Hospitalisation and IV antibiotics

Insurance Tip

Code as acute septic arthritis, not elective arthroscopy.

Conclusion

Rapid drainage preserves wrist motion. Insurance responsiveness is critical.

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