Orthopedic Coding Alert
New Hip Fracture above Old
ORC subscriber, Johnstown, PA
Answer: Using 27236 (ORIF or open reduction internal fixation of proximal femoral fracture) is correct for the arthroplasty, and it includes the use of bone allograft and cable fixation. The additional code 20680, for the removal of the retained hardware, can be used, but a 59 modifier (distinct procedural service) may be necessary to bill these together.
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