Wiki ORIF of distal ulna fracture ?

[Jody Mortensen]

Can anyone assist in pointing me to the CPT code to use for ORIF of the distal ulna? 25652 doesn't address the internal fixation done and cannot locate a code for internal fixation that doesn't include the radius. Any help would be appreciated.

Thank you
Jody Hecht

 

[mbort]

I would add the modifier 22 since you cant add 20650 due to bundling.

Mary, CPC, COSC

 

[EbonyS123]

Hello Jody, take a look at 25545 I think it might be a better choice.

Ebony, AS, CPC

 

[mbort]

25545 could work as well if you have documentation that states shaft. I always have to squeeze that one word outa my guys!!

 

[Jody Mortensen]

Thank you to all for your quick responses & helpful suggestions.