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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 RVU16.71
Practice Expense RVU12.23
Malpractice RVU3.55
Total RVU32.49

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

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.