UNSPSC 85704270: Removal of internal fixation device from right lower femur, percutaneous endoscopic approach

This classification denotes the group of activities that yields a surgical intervention or procedure to removal of internal fixation device from right lower femur, 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 0QPB44Z

UNSPSC 85704270 Removal of internal fixation device from right lower femur, percutaneous endoscopic approach is a Commodity code that does not align with recent state and local procurement activity. The code describes a specific orthopedic surgical procedure, yet the most recent opportunities posted under this code involve independent medical evaluation services, pharmacy benefit management, occupational medical surveillance, temporary health professional staffing, and specialty surgery network carve-outs—none of which involve the removal of orthopedic hardware. This represents a significant mismatch between the code's clinical definition and the actual scope of work state and local buyers are requesting.

The recent opportunities show activity across Arizona, California, Florida, and Washington, but the code itself shows little relevant procurement activity aligned with its nominal clinical scope. Issuing bodies include the City of Phoenix Retirement Office, City of Long Beach, Washington State Department of Transportation (on behalf of Washington State Ferries), Harris County Juvenile Probation Department, Collier County Board of County Commissioners, and the County of Santa Clara Health System—a mix of state departments, county and city human resources and procurement offices, and health systems. No representative opportunities under this code directly solicit for orthopedic implant removal services or related medical devices.