27756 Treatment of tibia fracture
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: open reduction internal fixation tibia, open tibial fracture treatment
Initial treatment of open tibial shaft fracture (Grade I or II) with cleaning, manipulation, and internal fixation.
Clinical Context
Performed for open (compound) tibia fractures with soft tissue involvement requiring operative treatment and wound management.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.26 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.11 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.53 |
| Total RVU | 16.90 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$564.46
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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