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27238 Treat thigh fracture

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: femur traction, skeletal traction femur

Closed treatment of femoral shaft fracture with skeletal traction applied percutaneously or via pre-existing fixation.

Clinical Context

Applied to femoral shaft fractures managed through closed reduction and continuous traction, often used in pediatric or specific clinical scenarios.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU5.61
Practice Expense RVU6.88
Malpractice RVU1.21
Total RVU13.70

Est. Medicare Payment

$457.58

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryTrauma Surgery

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