25400 Repair radius or ulna
Also known as: forearm fracture repair
Repair of a fracture or nonunion of the radius or ulna through reduction and internal fixation.
In Plain Language
fixing broken forearm bone
Clinical Context
Performed for acute fractures or established nonunion. Fixation method depends on fracture location and pattern.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 11.00 |
| Total RVU | 11.00 |
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 11.00, this code ranks in the 62nd 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 25400?
CPT 25400 (Repair radius or ulna) is a Surgery code. Repair of a fracture or nonunion of the radius or ulna through reduction and internal fixation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 25400?
The work RVU for CPT 25400 is 11.00. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 25400 used?
Performed for acute fractures or established nonunion. Fixation method depends on fracture location and pattern.
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