27680 Release of lower leg tendon
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: tendon release, tendon lengthening
Surgical release or lengthening of lower leg tendon for contracture or functional limitation correction.
Clinical Context
Indicated for fixed equinus, plantarflexor contracture, or functional limitation from tight tendon. Single tendon release.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.73 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 5.54 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.96 |
| Total RVU | 12.23 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$408.48
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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