21340 Percutaneous treatment nasoethmoid fracture
Also known as: percutaneous nasoethmoid reduction, closed reduction nasoethmoid
Percutaneous treatment of nasoethmoid fracture using closed reduction techniques and percutaneous fixation.
In Plain Language
Minimally invasive nasoethmoid fracture repair
Clinical Context
Used for select nasoethmoid fractures amenable to closed reduction and percutaneous fixation approaches.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 11.20 |
| Total RVU | 11.20 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 11.20, this code ranks in the 63rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 21340?
CPT 21340 (Percutaneous treatment nasoethmoid fracture) is a Surgery code. Percutaneous treatment of nasoethmoid fracture using closed reduction techniques and percutaneous fixation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 21340?
The work RVU for CPT 21340 is 11.20. This code is primarily used by Otolaryngology, Maxillofacial Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 21340 used?
Used for select nasoethmoid fractures amenable to closed reduction and percutaneous fixation approaches.
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