27232 Treat thigh fracture
Also known as: femur reduction, thighbone manipulation
Closed treatment of femoral shaft fracture with manipulation and reduction through closed maneuvers and immobilization.
In Plain Language
Thigh fracture realignment; Thighbone bone setting
Clinical Context
Applied to displaced femoral shaft fractures managed non-operatively through closed reduction and placement in skeletal traction or orthotic device.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 11.43 |
| Total RVU | 11.43 |
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 11.43, this code ranks in the 63rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27232?
CPT 27232 (Treat thigh fracture) is a Surgery code. Closed treatment of femoral shaft fracture with manipulation and reduction through closed maneuvers and immobilization.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27232?
The work RVU for CPT 27232 is 11.43. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27232 used?
Applied to displaced femoral shaft fractures managed non-operatively through closed reduction and placement in skeletal traction or orthotic device.
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