23515 Optx clavicular fracture with int fix
Also known as: ORIF clavicle, open reduction clavicle, clavicle plating
Open treatment (open reduction internal fixation) of clavicular fracture with internal fixation. Surgical repair of clavicular fracture with plate and screw fixation.
In Plain Language
surgery to fix broken collar bone; collar bone plating
Clinical Context
Performed for displaced clavicular fractures, particularly in active patients or those with associated injuries; provides rigid fixation allowing early mobilization.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.45 |
| Total RVU | 9.45 |
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 9.45, this code ranks in the 56th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 23515?
CPT 23515 (Optx clavicular fracture with int fix) is a Surgery code. Open treatment (open reduction internal fixation) of clavicular fracture with internal fixation. Surgical repair of clavicular fracture with plate and screw fixation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 23515?
The work RVU for CPT 23515 is 9.45. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 23515 used?
Performed for displaced clavicular fractures, particularly in active patients or those with associated injuries; provides rigid fixation allowing early mobilization.
Track This Code in RVU Edge
Log procedures, calculate wRVUs, and benchmark against MGMA data — all in one app.
CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.