27659 Repair of leg tendon each
Also known as: extensor tendon repair, anterior tibialis repair
Surgical repair of lower leg tendon in extensor compartment performed for each tendon repaired.
In Plain Language
repair of front shin tendon
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 |
| Total RVU | 6.92 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 6.92, this code ranks in the 45th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27659?
CPT 27659 (Repair of leg tendon each) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair of lower leg tendon in extensor compartment performed for each tendon repaired.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27659?
The work RVU for CPT 27659 is 6.92. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Podiatric Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27659 used?
Indicated for injury to tibialis anterior, extensor digitorum longus, or extensor hallucis longus. Restoration of dorsiflexion function.
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