25415 Repair radius & ulna
Also known as: both-bone forearm fracture repair
Repair of a fracture or nonunion involving both the radius and ulna through reduction and fixation.
In Plain Language
fixing both broken forearm bones
Clinical Context
Performed for acute both-bone forearm fractures or established nonunion of both radius and ulna.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.46 |
| Total RVU | 13.46 |
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 13.46, this code ranks in the 69th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 25415?
CPT 25415 (Repair radius & ulna) is a Surgery code. Repair of a fracture or nonunion involving both the radius and ulna through reduction and fixation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 25415?
The work RVU for CPT 25415 is 13.46. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 25415 used?
Performed for acute both-bone forearm fractures or established nonunion of both radius and ulna.
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