25492 Prophylactic treatment radius & ulna
Also known as: prophylactic stabilization, preventive bone surgery
Prophylactic (preventive) treatment or stabilization of the radius and ulna bones to prevent pathological fractures or deformity in patients with bone disease or weakness.
Clinical Context
Used when there is significant bone weakness or disease risk that could lead to fractures. Often performed for pathological conditions, metabolic bone disease, or prophylactic measures in cancer patients with metastatic disease.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 12.34 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 10.29 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.62 |
| Total RVU | 25.25 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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