UNSPSC 85713922: Insertion of external fixation device into right metacarpocarpal joint, percutaneous approach

This classification denotes the group of activities that yields a surgical intervention or procedure to insertion of external fixation device into right metacarpocarpal joint, 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 0RHS35Z

UNSPSC 85713922 Insertion of external fixation device into right metacarpocarpal joint, percutaneous approach (Commodity) shows little relevant recent activity. The code's nominal scope—a specific orthopedic surgical procedure—does not align with the state and local opportunities posted under it. Recent solicitations tagged to this code are buying occupational and disability medical evaluation services, pharmacy benefit management, temporary health professional staffing, surgical procedure carve-out networks, and emergency medical care for detained youth—none of which involve external fixation devices or hand surgery. The mismatch suggests either a tagging error in the procurement database or an administrative classification that does not reflect the actual goods and services being procured.

The recent opportunities spanning this code come from Arizona, California, Florida, and Washington jurisdictions. The City of Phoenix Retirement Office posted an RFP for independent medical evaluation services due October 16, 2026 with a contract value of $750,000 over five years. The City of Long Beach issued an RFP for surgical procedure carve-out benefit management due October 7, 2026. The Washington State Department of Transportation posted an RFP for occupational medical surveillance services due October 9, 2026. Harris County Juvenile Probation Department and Collier County have also posted medical services opportunities. Given the consistent gap between the code's stated scope and actual procurement activity, firms pursuing opportunities under this code should verify the issuing body's intended classification before investing in proposal development.