27535 Treat knee fracture
Also known as: tibial plateau ORIF, plating knee fracture
Open reduction and internal fixation of a tibial plateau fracture with plate and screw fixation for complex or comminuted fractures of the knee joint.
In Plain Language
fixing a knee break with a plate
Clinical Context
Used for displaced or comminuted tibial plateau fractures requiring anatomic reduction and plate fixation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.07 |
| Total RVU | 13.07 |
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 13.07, this code ranks in the 68th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.6x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27535?
CPT 27535 (Treat knee fracture) is a Surgery code. Open reduction and internal fixation of a tibial plateau fracture with plate and screw fixation for complex or comminuted fractures of the knee joint.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27535?
The work RVU for CPT 27535 is 13.07. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27535 used?
Used for displaced or comminuted tibial plateau fractures requiring anatomic reduction and plate fixation.
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