Surgical Drainage of Wrist Joint Infection

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

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

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

Code as acute septic arthritis, not elective arthroscopy.

Rapid drainage preserves wrist motion. Insurance responsiveness is critical.

"When an expatriate is hospitalized, our role is to explain, simplify and ensure rapid care to avoid any unnecessary stress."