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20650 Insert and remove bone pin

Surgery Global 10d

Also known as: skeletal pin insertion, traction pin

Insertion and removal of skeletal bone pin for traction or immobilization.

Clinical Context

Used for external skeletal traction in fracture treatment, particularly for long bone fractures requiring alignment and weight-bearing reduction.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU2.22
Practice Expense RVU4.87
Malpractice RVU0.38
Total RVU7.47

Est. Medicare Payment

$249.50

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryTrauma Surgery

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