27724 Repair/graft of tibia
Also known as: complex tibial fracture repair, tibia repair with graft and fixation
Surgical repair of tibial fracture with bone graft and complex fixation for non-union or severe fracture pattern.
In Plain Language
complex repair of broken shin bone
Clinical Context
Performed for severe non-union, malunion, or highly comminuted fractures. Includes extensive fixation and graft placement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 18.83 |
| Total RVU | 18.83 |
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 18.83, this code ranks in the 80th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27724?
CPT 27724 (Repair/graft of tibia) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair of tibial fracture with bone graft and complex fixation for non-union or severe fracture pattern.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27724?
The work RVU for CPT 27724 is 18.83. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27724 used?
Performed for severe non-union, malunion, or highly comminuted fractures. Includes extensive fixation and graft placement.
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