23480 Revision of collar bone
Also known as: clavicle revision, clavicular osteotomy revision, clavicle shortening revision
Revision of clavicle (osteotomy or bone shortening). Surgical revision or reshaping of clavicle for malunion, nonunion, or symptomatic hypertrophic changes.
In Plain Language
re-breaking and fixing of collar bone; collar bone reshaping
Clinical Context
Performed for clavicular malunion with posterior displacement, shortening with neurologic symptoms, or previous fracture with poor healing requiring repositioning.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 11.25 |
| Total RVU | 11.25 |
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 11.25, 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 23480?
CPT 23480 (Revision of collar bone) is a Surgery code. Revision of clavicle (osteotomy or bone shortening). Surgical revision or reshaping of clavicle for malunion, nonunion, or symptomatic hypertrophic changes.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 23480?
The work RVU for CPT 23480 is 11.25. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 23480 used?
Performed for clavicular malunion with posterior displacement, shortening with neurologic symptoms, or previous fracture with poor healing requiring repositioning.
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