UNSPSC 85694315: Insertion of intramedullary internal fixation device into left ulna, percutaneous endoscopic approach

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NIGP codes for 85694315

Definition

This classification denotes the group of activities that yields a surgical intervention or procedure to insertion of intramedullary internal fixation device into left ulna, percutaneous endoscopic approach. This surgical intervention or procedure is listed in the World Health Organization's International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems or ICD-10 as code 0PHL46Z

About UNSPSC 85694315

UNSPSC 85694315 (Insertion of intramedullary internal fixation device into left ulna, percutaneous endoscopic approach) is a Commodity code that does not align with actual state and local procurement activity. Recent solicitations tagged under this code reflect occupational health surveillance, pharmacy benefit management, temporary health professional staffing, specialty surgical networks, independent medical evaluations for disability determination, and emergency medical services for youth in custody — none of which involve orthopedic surgical procedures or device placement. The code's narrow clinical specificity (a single surgical technique on a single bone in a single limb via a single approach) appears inconsistent with how state and local purchasing offices classify medical services they actually purchase.

The six recent opportunities in the source show that issuing bodies under this code tag are county health systems (Santa Clara, Collier County, Harris County), city retirement and benefits programs (Phoenix, Long Beach), and state transportation agencies (Washington Department of Transportation). These jurisdictions are procuring health plan administration, staffing services, occupational medicine programs, and benefits consulting — purchasing categories and service scopes that bear no relationship to surgical implant procurement or operative intervention. The geographic spread spans Arizona, California, Florida, Texas, and Washington. Without evidence that state and local procurement offices are actually buying intramedullary fixation devices or the surgical procedures to implant them under this code, the category shows no actionable recent activity for business development professionals selling orthopedic implants, surgical supplies, or operative services.

Quick answers

What is UNSPSC 85694315?

UNSPSC 85694315 is Insertion of intramedullary internal fixation device into left ulna, percutaneous endoscopic approach, a commodity in UNSPSC 85000000, Healthcare Services.

Which NIGP codes match UNSPSC 85694315?

UNSPSC 85694315 maps to 1 NIGP code, 94857 Medical Services, Surgical.

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