UNSPSC 85711160: Replacement of left sternoclavicular joint with synthetic substitute, open approach

This classification denotes the group of activities that yields a surgical intervention or procedure to replacement of left sternoclavicular joint with synthetic substitute, open 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 0RRF0JZ

UNSPSC 85711160 Replacement of left sternoclavicular joint with synthetic substitute, open approach is a Commodity code that shows little relevant recent state and local procurement activity. The code's nominal scope — a specific orthopedic surgical procedure — does not align with the recent opportunities posted under this UNSPSC designation. The six most recent state and local solicitations tagged with this code span independent medical evaluation services, surgical benefit carve-out programs, occupational medical surveillance, juvenile detention healthcare, pharmacy benefit management, and temporary health professional staffing — none of which involve sternoclavicular joint replacement or orthopedic implant procurement.

The mismatch suggests either miscoding at the issuing body level or that the code is being applied to broader medical services contracting rather than to device or procedure-specific procurement. State and local purchasing offices do not typically solicit orthopedic joint replacements through open RFP processes; such items are usually sourced through group purchasing organizations, existing hospital supply contracts, or vendor-direct arrangements. No recent opportunities support active state or local government buying under this code's actual scope. Firms evaluating this code should verify with specific target jurisdictions whether they use 85711160 for orthopedic implant procurement or whether the recent activity represents persistent miscoding by procurement staff.