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∙ 10y agoclavicle fracture with ORIF
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∙ 10y agowhat is the cpt code for OPEN REDUCTION INTERNAL FIXATION LEFT DISTAL RADIUS FRACTURE
It keep it simple, a surgeon cuts you open (open reduction) and then attaches the two sides of the clavicle together (internal fixation) usually using a plate that is screwed on top of the clavicle, but they may also use an internal pin.
23585 - ORIF scapula fx. w/ internal fixation
28485
79.39
27244
what is the cpt code for OPEN REDUCTION INTERNAL FIXATION LEFT DISTAL RADIUS FRACTURE
internal fixation
Generally ORIF is the prefferred method of TX for a comminuted FX, which is "open reduction internal fixation."
nuraing diagnosis and intervintion for internal fixation
It's a surgical procedure to line up broken bones and use hardware to keep them aligned properly for optimal healing.
The CPT code for ORIF of Proximal Ulna (Olecranon) is 24685 according to Courtland Lewis