27506 Treatment of thigh fracture
Also known as: hybrid fixation, external fixation, complex fracture fixation, femur fracture ORIF
Open reduction and internal fixation of a femoral fracture with intramedullary rod and application of external fixation or hybrid fixation techniques for complex fractures.
In Plain Language
fixing a thigh bone break with a pin frame and rod
Clinical Context
Used for complex, comminuted, or open femoral fractures requiring both internal and external stabilization.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 19.16 |
| Total RVU | 19.16 |
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 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 19.16, this code ranks in the 81st percentile among Surgery codes — 2.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27506?
CPT 27506 (Treatment of thigh fracture) is a Surgery code. Open reduction and internal fixation of a femoral fracture with intramedullary rod and application of external fixation or hybrid fixation techniques for complex fractures.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27506?
The work RVU for CPT 27506 is 19.16. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27506 used?
Used for complex, comminuted, or open femoral fractures requiring both internal and external stabilization.
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