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Synovectomy of Hand or Wrist Joints
Synovectomy removes chronically inflamed synovial tissue in conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis to relieve pain and preserve joint motion.
What It Costs
MOH Fee Benchmarks indicate:
• Surgeon fee: SGD 3,800 – 6,200
• Anaesthetist fee: Not available
What’s Typically Covered
Most plans cover:
• Inflammatory joint disease surgery
• Functional hand procedures
Insurance Tip
Document failure of medical therapy to support surgical necessity.
Conclusion
Removing inflamed tissue protects joints. Insurance should support disease control.
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