27508 Treatment of thigh fracture
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: traction treatment, skeletal traction
Closed reduction of a femoral fracture followed by application of skeletal traction for temporary or definitive fracture management.
Clinical Context
Used for selected femoral fractures managed initially with traction prior to operative fixation or in cases where surgery is deferred.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.05 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 10.08 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.28 |
| Total RVU | 17.41 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$581.49
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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