27235 Treat thigh fracture
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: open femur treatment, femur external fixation
Open treatment of femoral shaft fracture without internal fixation, using external immobilization or fixation devices such as external fixators.
Clinical Context
Indicated for open femoral shaft fractures or complex cases where external skeletal fixation provides adequate stabilization.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 12.68 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.72 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.64 |
| Total RVU | 25.04 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$836.34
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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