25600 Cltx dst rdl fracture/ephys sep wo
Also known as: closed reduction distal radius, conservative wrist fracture, distal radius fracture closed reduction, wrist fracture, broken wrist, Colles fracture, distal radius fracture
Closed treatment (reduction) of distal radial fracture without manipulation, including simple fractures, physeal separations, or minimal displacement.
In Plain Language
non-surgical wrist fracture treatment; immobilized wrist bone fracture
Clinical Context
Used for non-displaced or minimally displaced distal radial fractures including physeal (growth plate) separations in children. Stable fractures manageable without manipulation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.71 |
| Total RVU | 2.71 |
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 2.71, this code ranks in the 19th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 25600?
CPT 25600 (Cltx dst rdl fracture/ephys sep wo) is a Surgery code. Closed treatment (reduction) of distal radial fracture without manipulation, including simple fractures, physeal separations, or minimal displacement.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 25600?
The work RVU for CPT 25600 is 2.71. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery, Emergency Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 25600 used?
Used for non-displaced or minimally displaced distal radial fractures including physeal (growth plate) separations in children. Stable fractures manageable without manipulation.
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