25490 Prophylactic treatment radius
Also known as: prophylactic radius treatment
Prophylactic treatment of the radius to prevent fracture or pathologic complications.
In Plain Language
preventing radius problems
Clinical Context
Performed for pathologic bone conditions (metastatic disease, multiple myeloma, cystic lesions) to prevent fracture.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.49 |
| Total RVU | 9.49 |
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 9.49, this code ranks in the 57th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 25490?
CPT 25490 (Prophylactic treatment radius) is a Surgery code. Prophylactic treatment of the radius to prevent fracture or pathologic complications.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 25490?
The work RVU for CPT 25490 is 9.49. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Surgical Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 25490 used?
Performed for pathologic bone conditions (metastatic disease, multiple myeloma, cystic lesions) to prevent fracture.
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