Drainage of Multiple Upper-Limb Tenosynovitis

Severe or multi-compartment tenosynovitis may require surgical drainage to control infection or inflammation.

MOH benchmarks show:
• Surgeon fee: SGD 2,700 – 5,100
• Anaesthetist fee: Not available

Coverage is usually available for:
• Medically necessary infection or inflammatory drainage
• Day-care or inpatient surgery

Specify multiple tendon sheaths involved to reflect complexity.

Prompt drainage prevents tendon damage. Insurance should not delay care.

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