27197 Clsd treatment pelvic ring fracture
Also known as: closed pelvic fracture treatment, conservative pelvic fracture care
Closed treatment of pelvic ring fracture without reduction or with minimal manipulation, appropriate for stable fracture patterns.
In Plain Language
Non-surgical hip fracture care; Conservative pelvic healing
Clinical Context
Applied to stable pelvic ring fractures not requiring operative fixation, managed with rest, pelvic binder, and conservative support allowing fracture healing.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.49 |
| Total RVU | 1.49 |
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 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 1.49, this code ranks in the 9th percentile among Surgery codes — 5.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27197?
CPT 27197 (Clsd treatment pelvic ring fracture) is a Surgery code. Closed treatment of pelvic ring fracture without reduction or with minimal manipulation, appropriate for stable fracture patterns.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27197?
The work RVU for CPT 27197 is 1.49. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery.
When is CPT 27197 used?
Applied to stable pelvic ring fractures not requiring operative fixation, managed with rest, pelvic binder, and conservative support allowing fracture healing.
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