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27517 Treat thigh fracture growth plate

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: physeal fracture ORIF, growth plate fixation

Open reduction and internal fixation of a femoral fracture through the growth plate with careful technique to minimize growth disturbance.

Clinical Context

Used for femoral epiphyseal fractures requiring operative fixation. Requires careful technique and radiographic follow-up.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU8.89
Practice Expense RVU8.78
Malpractice RVU1.90
Total RVU19.57

Est. Medicare Payment

$653.64

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Pediatric OrthopedicsTrauma Surgery

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