23620 Cltx gr hmrl tbrs fracture wo mnpj
Also known as: closed treatment greater tuberosity, conservative greater tuberosity treatment, non-operative tuberosity fracture
Closed treatment of greater humeral tuberosity fracture without manipulation. Conservative management of isolated greater tuberosity fracture with sling support.
In Plain Language
conservative treatment of upper arm bump fracture; strapping for shoulder bump fracture
Clinical Context
Appropriate for minimally displaced greater tuberosity fractures; most heal reliably with supportive care and early mobilization.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.49 |
| Total RVU | 2.49 |
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 2.49, this code ranks in the 17th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.2x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 23620?
CPT 23620 (Cltx gr hmrl tbrs fracture wo mnpj) is a Surgery code. Closed treatment of greater humeral tuberosity fracture without manipulation. Conservative management of isolated greater tuberosity fracture with sling support.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 23620?
The work RVU for CPT 23620 is 2.49. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Emergency Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 23620 used?
Appropriate for minimally displaced greater tuberosity fractures; most heal reliably with supportive care and early mobilization.
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