27256 Treat hip dislocation
Also known as: hip reduction with bracing, immobilized hip dislocation
Treatment of hip dislocation through reduction with subsequent immobilization or bracing for stability and healing.
In Plain Language
Hip dislocation brace care; Immobilized hip recovery
Clinical Context
Applied to hip dislocations where reduction is achieved and maintenance of reduction is supported through external immobilization.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.17 |
| Total RVU | 4.17 |
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 10-day global period — follow-up visits within 10 days of the procedure are included in the reimbursement. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 4.17, this code ranks in the 29th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.9x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27256?
CPT 27256 (Treat hip dislocation) is a Surgery code. Treatment of hip dislocation through reduction with subsequent immobilization or bracing for stability and healing.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27256?
The work RVU for CPT 27256 is 4.17. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 27256 used?
Applied to hip dislocations where reduction is achieved and maintenance of reduction is supported through external immobilization.
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