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27727 Repair of lower leg

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: tibial non-union repair, lower leg union repair

Surgical repair of lower leg non-union or malunion involving tibia and fibula with osteosynthesis and reconstruction.

Clinical Context

Performed for hypertrophic or atrophic non-union of lower leg fractures. Requires assessment and fixation of both bones.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU14.47
Practice Expense RVU11.15
Malpractice RVU3.06
Total RVU28.68

Est. Medicare Payment

$957.91

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryTrauma Surgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.