27510 Treatment of thigh fracture
Also known as: sliding screw fixation, DHS fixation, hip screw
Open reduction and internal fixation of a femoral fracture with sliding screw plate fixation or similar sliding devices for subtrochanteric or intertrochanteric fractures.
Clinical Context
Used for subtrochanteric or intertrochanteric femoral fractures. Sliding screw allows compression and early mobilization.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.56 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.45 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.13 |
| Total RVU | 20.14 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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