How To Use CPT Code 25560

CPT 25560 describes the closed treatment of radial and ulnar shaft fractures without manipulation. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples.

1. What is CPT Code 25560?

CPT 25560 is used to describe the closed treatment of fractures involving the shafts of both the radius and ulna in the forearm, without manipulation. This means that the provider does not make an incision or manipulate the fractures during the procedure. Instead, they apply a splint to prevent movement of the bones until healing takes place.

2. Official Description

The official description of CPT code 25560 is: ‘Closed treatment of radial and ulnar shaft fractures; without manipulation.’

3. Procedure

1. The patient is appropriately prepped and anesthetized.
2. The provider uses radiographic imaging to determine the presence of fractures in the shafts of both the radius and ulna.
3. The provider assesses the alignment of the fractures and determines that no manipulation is necessary.
4. A splint is applied to immobilize the bones and prevent movement during the healing process.

4. Qualifying circumstances

CPT 25560 is used for patients with fractures involving the shafts of both the radius and ulna in the forearm. The treatment must be performed in a closed procedure, meaning no incision is made, and no manipulation of the fractures is performed.

5. When to use CPT code 25560

CPT code 25560 should be used when a provider performs closed treatment for fractures involving the shafts of both the radius and ulna in the forearm, without manipulation. It is important to ensure that the procedure meets the specific criteria outlined in the code description.

6. Documentation requirements

To support a claim for CPT 25560, the provider must document the following information:

• Confirmation of fractures in the shafts of both the radius and ulna
• Documentation of satisfactory alignment of the fractures
• Description of the closed treatment procedure performed
• Details of the splint applied to immobilize the bones

7. Billing guidelines

When billing for CPT 25560, ensure that the procedure meets the specific criteria outlined in the code description. It is important to accurately document the procedure and provide any necessary supporting documentation. Additionally, be aware of any modifiers or additional codes that may be required for proper billing.

8. Historical information

CPT 25560 was added to the Current Procedural Terminology system on January 1, 1990. There have been no updates to the code since its addition.

9. Examples

1. A patient presents with fractures in the shafts of both the radius and ulna in the forearm. The provider performs closed treatment by applying a splint to immobilize the bones.
2. After confirming fractures in the shafts of both the radius and ulna, the provider determines that no manipulation is necessary. They proceed with closed treatment by applying a splint to prevent movement of the bones.
3. A patient with fractures in the shafts of both the radius and ulna undergoes closed treatment without manipulation. The provider applies a splint to ensure proper immobilization of the bones.
4. During a closed treatment procedure, the provider applies a splint to immobilize fractures in the shafts of both the radius and ulna in the forearm.
5. After assessing the alignment of fractures in the shafts of both the radius and ulna, the provider performs closed treatment by applying a splint to prevent movement of the bones.
6. A patient with fractures in the shafts of both the radius and ulna receives closed treatment without manipulation. The provider applies a splint to ensure proper healing of the bones.
7. Following radiographic imaging, the provider confirms fractures in the shafts of both the radius and ulna. They proceed with closed treatment by applying a splint to immobilize the bones.
8. A patient undergoes closed treatment for fractures in the shafts of both the radius and ulna. The provider applies a splint to prevent movement and promote healing.
9. After determining the presence of fractures in the shafts of both the radius and ulna, the provider performs closed treatment by applying a splint to immobilize the bones.
10. A splint is applied to immobilize fractures in the shafts of both the radius and ulna during a closed treatment procedure.