27470 Repair of thigh
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: femur fracture repair, femoral fracture fixation, ORIF
Surgical repair of a thigh fracture through reduction and fixation using plates, screws, intramedullary devices, or other internal fixation methods.
Clinical Context
Used for femoral shaft or subtrochanteric fractures requiring operative fixation. Very common orthopedic procedure.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 16.71 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 12.23 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.55 |
| Total RVU | 32.49 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$1,085.17
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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