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27245 Treat thigh fracture

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: locked IM nailing, reamed IM nailing

Open treatment of femoral shaft fracture with intramedullary nailing including reaming and locked nailing for rotational control.

Clinical Context

Standard technique for femoral shaft fractures using reamed intramedullary nailing with proximal and distal locking for rotational and length control.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU17.73
Practice Expense RVU12.04
Malpractice RVU3.71
Total RVU33.48

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,118.23

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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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.