27517 Treat thigh fracture growth plate
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.
In Plain Language
carefully fixing a thigh bone break at the growth plate
Clinical Context
Used for femoral epiphyseal fractures requiring operative fixation. Requires careful technique and radiographic follow-up.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.89 |
| Total RVU | 8.89 |
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 8.89, this code ranks in the 54th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27517?
CPT 27517 (Treat thigh fracture growth plate) is a Surgery code. Open reduction and internal fixation of a femoral fracture through the growth plate with careful technique to minimize growth disturbance.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27517?
The work RVU for CPT 27517 is 8.89. This code is primarily used by Pediatric Orthopedics, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27517 used?
Used for femoral epiphyseal fractures requiring operative fixation. Requires careful technique and radiographic follow-up.
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