27532 Treat knee fracture
Also known as: percutaneous fixation, minimally invasive reduction
Closed reduction of a tibial plateau fracture with percutaneous fixation using minimally invasive techniques to reduce soft tissue trauma.
In Plain Language
fixing a knee break with small incisions
Clinical Context
Used for tibial plateau fractures amenable to minimally invasive fixation, reducing soft tissue injury.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.36 |
| Total RVU | 7.36 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 7.36, this code ranks in the 47th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27532?
CPT 27532 (Treat knee fracture) is a Surgery code. Closed reduction of a tibial plateau fracture with percutaneous fixation using minimally invasive techniques to reduce soft tissue trauma.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27532?
The work RVU for CPT 27532 is 7.36. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27532 used?
Used for tibial plateau fractures amenable to minimally invasive fixation, reducing soft tissue injury.
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