25420 Repair/graft radius & ulna
Also known as: both-bone repair with graft
Repair of both the radius and ulna with autogenous bone graft for nonunion or significant bone loss.
In Plain Language
fixing both forearm bones with grafting
Clinical Context
Used for infected nonunion of both bones, segmental defects, or comminuted fractures with bone loss.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 16.61 |
| Total RVU | 16.61 |
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 16.61, this code ranks in the 76th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 25420?
CPT 25420 (Repair/graft radius & ulna) is a Surgery code. Repair of both the radius and ulna with autogenous bone graft for nonunion or significant bone loss.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 25420?
The work RVU for CPT 25420 is 16.61. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 25420 used?
Used for infected nonunion of both bones, segmental defects, or comminuted fractures with bone loss.
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