27513 Treatment of thigh fracture
Also known as: plate and screw fixation, ORIF femur
Open reduction and internal fixation of a femoral fracture (subtrochanteric or intertrochanteric) with plate and screw fixation for complex or comminuted fractures.
In Plain Language
fixing a thigh bone break with plates and screws
Clinical Context
Used for complex femoral fractures, comminution, or anatomy unsuitable for sliding screw or intramedullary fixation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 18.77 |
| Total RVU | 18.77 |
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 18.77, this code ranks in the 80th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27513?
CPT 27513 (Treatment of thigh fracture) is a Surgery code. Open reduction and internal fixation of a femoral fracture (subtrochanteric or intertrochanteric) with plate and screw fixation for complex or comminuted fractures.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27513?
The work RVU for CPT 27513 is 18.77. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27513 used?
Used for complex femoral fractures, comminution, or anatomy unsuitable for sliding screw or intramedullary fixation.
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