27665 Repair of leg tendon each
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: posterior leg tendon repair, calf tendon repair
Surgical repair of achilles or posterior compartment tendon injury in lower leg for each tendon repaired.
Clinical Context
Used for gastrocnemius or soleus injury. Restoration of plantarflexion. Commonly combined with achilles repair procedures.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.43 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 5.66 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.87 |
| Total RVU | 11.96 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$399.46
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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