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27654 Repair of achilles tendon

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: achilles repair with reinforcement, achilles tenodesis

Surgical repair of achilles tendon with tenodesis or reinforcement for rupture or degenerative disease.

Clinical Context

Performed for achilles ruptures in elderly patients, chronic ruptures, or when primary repair alone is insufficient. Provides additional structural support.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU10.27
Practice Expense RVU8.35
Malpractice RVU1.62
Total RVU20.24

Est. Medicare Payment

$676.02

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryPodiatric Surgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.