25605 Cltx dst rdl fracture/ephys sep with
Also known as: closed reduction with manipulation distal radius, percutaneous reduction wrist fracture
Closed treatment (reduction) of distal radial fracture with manipulation and immobilization, including physeal separations.
In Plain Language
realigning broken wrist bone without surgery; manipulated wrist fracture treatment
Clinical Context
Used for displaced distal radial fractures requiring manual reduction to restore anatomic alignment, then maintained with cast or external fixation. Common treatment for Colles-type fractures.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.09 |
| Total RVU | 6.09 |
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 6.09, this code ranks in the 41st percentile among Surgery codes — 1.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 25605?
CPT 25605 (Cltx dst rdl fracture/ephys sep with) is a Surgery code. Closed treatment (reduction) of distal radial fracture with manipulation and immobilization, including physeal separations.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 25605?
The work RVU for CPT 25605 is 6.09. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery, Emergency Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 25605 used?
Used for displaced distal radial fractures requiring manual reduction to restore anatomic alignment, then maintained with cast or external fixation. Common treatment for Colles-type fractures.
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