27508 Treatment of thigh fracture
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.
In Plain Language
pulling on a thigh bone fracture to align it
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 |
| Total RVU | 6.05 |
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 6.05, this code ranks in the 40th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27508?
CPT 27508 (Treatment of thigh fracture) is a Surgery code. Closed reduction of a femoral fracture followed by application of skeletal traction for temporary or definitive fracture management.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27508?
The work RVU for CPT 27508 is 6.05. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27508 used?
Used for selected femoral fractures managed initially with traction prior to operative fixation or in cases where surgery is deferred.
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