UNSPSC 85712712: Removal of internal fixation device from left wrist joint, percutaneous endoscopic approach

This classification denotes the group of activities that yields a surgical intervention or procedure to removal of internal fixation device from left wrist joint, 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 0RPP44Z

UNSPSC 85712712 Removal of internal fixation device from left wrist joint, percutaneous endoscopic approach is a Commodity code that does not align with recent state and local procurement activity. The code describes a specific surgical procedure; however, the most recent opportunities posted under this code solicitation tag healthcare administration services including independent medical evaluations, pharmacy benefit management, occupational medical surveillance, surgical benefit management programs, temporary health professional staffing, and emergency medical services for detained youth. These services fall outside the scope of orthopedic surgical procedures and suggest a classification mismatch between the UNSPSC taxonomy assignment and the actual work state and local agencies are buying. The code shows minimal relevant recent activity for surgical procedure removal services.

No state and local opportunities in the source material reflect procurement of internal fixation device removal procedures or related orthopedic surgical services. The tagged opportunities instead target medical administration, staffing, and benefit management functions across Arizona, California, Florida, Texas, and Washington. Vendors pursuing this code should verify whether the code properly reflects their service scope, as the taxonomy assignment appears misaligned with current state and local demand signals.