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24640 Cltx rdl head sublxtj nrsemd

Surgery Global 10d

Also known as: reduction nursemaid's elbow, radial head subluxation reduction

Closed treatment of radial head subluxation nursemaid's elbow. Manipulation and reduction of pulled elbow.

Clinical Context

Used for nursemaid's elbow (pulled elbow) in children, where the radial head subluxates and is reduced by manipulation.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.22
Practice Expense RVU1.83
Malpractice RVU0.07
Total RVU3.12

Est. Medicare Payment

$104.21

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

Specialties

Pediatric OrthopedicsOrthopedic SurgeryEmergency Medicine

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