27540 Treat knee fracture
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: tibial articular fracture ORIF
Open reduction and internal fixation of a tibial articular fracture with complex internal or external fixation to restore knee joint anatomy.
Clinical Context
Used for complex articular tibial fractures requiring operative fixation to restore anatomic alignment.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 11.02 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.48 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.33 |
| Total RVU | 22.83 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$762.52
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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