27538 Treat knee fracture(s)
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: tibial articular fracture, tibial plateau fracture
Treatment of a tibial fracture involving the articular surface of the knee joint, with closed reduction and conservative management.
Clinical Context
Used for selected articular tibial fractures managed conservatively with immobilization or traction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.96 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 10.11 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.06 |
| Total RVU | 16.13 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$538.74
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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