25635 Cltx carpl fracture with mnpj each bone
Also known as: closed reduction with manipulation carpal bone, percutaneous reduction carpal
Closed treatment (reduction) of carpal bone fracture (other than scaphoid) with manipulation, each bone.
In Plain Language
realigning broken wrist bone without surgery; manipulated carpal fracture treatment
Clinical Context
Used for displaced carpal bone fractures requiring manual reduction and immobilization. May be reported multiple times if multiple carpal bones are treated.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.49 |
| Total RVU | 4.49 |
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 4.49, this code ranks in the 31st percentile among Surgery codes — 1.8x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 25635?
CPT 25635 (Cltx carpl fracture with mnpj each bone) is a Surgery code. Closed treatment (reduction) of carpal bone fracture (other than scaphoid) with manipulation, each bone.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 25635?
The work RVU for CPT 25635 is 4.49. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery, Emergency Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 25635 used?
Used for displaced carpal bone fractures requiring manual reduction and immobilization. May be reported multiple times if multiple carpal bones are treated.
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