27659 Repair of leg tendon each
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: extensor tendon repair, anterior tibialis repair
Surgical repair of lower leg tendon in extensor compartment performed for each tendon repaired.
Clinical Context
Indicated for injury to tibialis anterior, extensor digitorum longus, or extensor hallucis longus. Restoration of dorsiflexion function.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.92 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 5.46 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.99 |
| Total RVU | 13.37 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$446.56
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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