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27530 Treat knee fracture

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: closed reduction tibial plateau, conservative treatment

Closed reduction and treatment of a tibial plateau fracture (proximal tibia) without operative fixation using traction or external immobilization.

Clinical Context

Used for stable or minimally displaced tibial plateau fractures managed non-operatively.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU2.58
Practice Expense RVU7.34
Malpractice RVU0.53
Total RVU10.45

Est. Medicare Payment

$349.03

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryTrauma Surgery

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