27244 Treat thigh fracture
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: IM nailing, intramedullary rod, femur nailing
Open treatment of femoral shaft fracture with intramedullary nailing for load-bearing stabilization and early mobilization.
Clinical Context
Preferred method for displaced femoral shaft fractures allowing early weight-bearing and mobilization with minimal hardware prominence.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.73 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 12.09 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.75 |
| Total RVU | 33.57 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$1,121.24
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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