27600 Decompression of lower leg
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: lower leg fasciotomy, compartment decompression
Surgical decompression of the lower leg including fasciotomy of one or more compartments to relieve compartment syndrome or soft tissue pressure.
Clinical Context
Used for acute compartment syndrome, crush injury, or high compartment pressure in lower leg. Emergency procedure.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.88 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.15 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.22 |
| Total RVU | 11.25 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$375.75
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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