UNSPSC 85703842: Insertion of limb lengthening external fixation device into left lower femur, percutaneous approach

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NIGP codes for 85703842

Definition

This classification denotes the group of activities that yields a surgical intervention or procedure to insertion of limb lengthening external fixation device into left lower femur, percutaneous 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 0QHC38Z

About UNSPSC 85703842

UNSPSC 85703842 Insertion of limb lengthening external fixation device into left lower femur, percutaneous approach is a Commodity code that shows little relevant recent activity in state and local procurement. The recent opportunities tagged under this code do not reflect procurement of limb lengthening devices or orthopedic surgical procedures. Instead, the tagged solicitations span independent medical evaluation services for disability pension determinations, surgical benefit carve-out programs for employee health plans, occupational medical surveillance, specialty healthcare delivery for detained youth, pharmacy benefit management, and temporary health professional staffing — none of which align with the code's nominal scope of orthopedic implant devices or insertion procedures.

No state and local solicitations matching the actual scope of this Commodity code appear in the recent opportunities block. The mismatch between the code designation and the work being solicited suggests either misclassification by the issuing bodies or limited procurement volume under this code in the state and local sector during the current activity window.

Quick answers

What is UNSPSC 85703842?

UNSPSC 85703842 is Insertion of limb lengthening external fixation device into left lower femur, percutaneous approach, a commodity in UNSPSC 85000000, Healthcare Services.

Which NIGP codes match UNSPSC 85703842?

UNSPSC 85703842 maps to 1 NIGP code, 94857 Medical Services, Surgical.

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