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27500 Treatment of thigh fracture

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: femur fracture fixation, ORIF femur

Closed or open reduction and internal fixation of a femoral shaft fracture with minimal displacement or low complexity, treated with internal fixation devices.

Clinical Context

Used for femoral shaft or subtrochanteric fractures. Very common orthopedic trauma procedure with multiple fixation options.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU6.14
Practice Expense RVU9.75
Malpractice RVU1.31
Total RVU17.20

Est. Medicare Payment

$574.48

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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