27750 Treatment of tibia fracture
Also known as: closed reduction tibia, conservative tibial treatment, tibia fracture closed, broken leg, shin fracture
Initial treatment of closed tibial shaft fracture with manipulation and immobilization without operative fixation.
In Plain Language
setting broken shin bone without surgery
Clinical Context
Performed for uncomplicated closed tibial fractures amenable to non-operative management. Manipulation restores alignment.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.29 |
| Total RVU | 3.29 |
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 3.29, this code ranks in the 23rd percentile among Surgery codes — 2.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27750?
CPT 27750 (Treatment of tibia fracture) is a Surgery code. Initial treatment of closed tibial shaft fracture with manipulation and immobilization without operative fixation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27750?
The work RVU for CPT 27750 is 3.29. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Emergency Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27750 used?
Performed for uncomplicated closed tibial fractures amenable to non-operative management. Manipulation restores alignment.
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