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21330 Open treatment nose fracture with skele fixation

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: open nasal fracture with fixation, nasal fracture ORIF

Open treatment of nasal fracture with placement of skeletal fixation devices (wires, plates, or sutures) to stabilize the fracture.

Clinical Context

Used for nasal fractures requiring operative reduction and internal fixation for stability during healing.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU5.65
Practice Expense RVU8.20
Malpractice RVU0.83
Total RVU14.68

Est. Medicare Payment

$490.31

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

Specialties

OtolaryngologyMaxillofacial Surgery

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