27216 Treat pelvic ring fracture
Also known as: pelvic ring fixation, percutaneous pelvic screw
Treatment of pelvic ring fracture through operative approaches including open reduction and percutaneous fixation with screws or fixation devices.
In Plain Language
Pelvic ring repair; Hip ring surgery
Clinical Context
Applied to unstable pelvic ring fractures requiring operative stabilization via percutaneous or limited open approaches.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 15.34 |
| Total RVU | 15.34 |
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 15.34, this code ranks in the 74th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.9x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27216?
CPT 27216 (Treat pelvic ring fracture) is a Surgery code. Treatment of pelvic ring fracture through operative approaches including open reduction and percutaneous fixation with screws or fixation devices.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27216?
The work RVU for CPT 27216 is 15.34. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27216 used?
Applied to unstable pelvic ring fractures requiring operative stabilization via percutaneous or limited open approaches.
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