24685 Optx ulnar fracture proximal end with fix
Also known as: ORIF ulnar fracture, open reduction ulnar
Open treatment of proximal ulnar fracture end with fixation. Surgical management with open reduction and fixation.
In Plain Language
Surgical repair of elbow end ulnar fracture; Surgery to align and fix ulnar fracture
Clinical Context
Used for displaced proximal ulnar fractures requiring open reduction and fixation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.16 |
| Total RVU | 8.16 |
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 8.16, this code ranks in the 51st percentile among Surgery codes — 1.0x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 24685?
CPT 24685 (Optx ulnar fracture proximal end with fix) is a Surgery code. Open treatment of proximal ulnar fracture end with fixation. Surgical management with open reduction and fixation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 24685?
The work RVU for CPT 24685 is 8.16. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Fracture Surgery, Hand Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 24685 used?
Used for displaced proximal ulnar fractures requiring open reduction and fixation.
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