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Paediatric Femoral Shaft Fracture – Intramedullary Flexible Nailing
Flexible intramedullary nailing is commonly used in children to stabilise femoral shaft fractures while allowing bone growth.
What It Costs
MOH benchmarks indicate:
• Surgeon fee: SGD 4,800 – 7,800
• Anaesthetist fee: Not benchmarked
What’s Typically Covered
Coverage is usually strong:
• Paediatric trauma surgery
• Hospitalisation and imaging
Insurance Tip
Ensure policies do not exclude paediatric trauma or growth-related procedures.
Conclusion
Child-specific fracture care requires specialised techniques and proper insurance support.
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