27760 Cltx medial ankle fracture
Also known as: closed reduction medial ankle, conservative ankle fracture treatment
Closed treatment of medial ankle malleolus fracture with manipulation and casting without operative intervention.
In Plain Language
setting broken inside ankle without surgery
Clinical Context
Appropriate for non-displaced or minimally displaced medial malleolar fractures. Non-operative approach with immobilization.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.13 |
| Total RVU | 3.13 |
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 3.13, this code ranks in the 22nd percentile among Surgery codes — 2.6x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27760?
CPT 27760 (Cltx medial ankle fracture) is a Surgery code. Closed treatment of medial ankle malleolus fracture with manipulation and casting without operative intervention.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27760?
The work RVU for CPT 27760 is 3.13. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Emergency Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27760 used?
Appropriate for non-displaced or minimally displaced medial malleolar fractures. Non-operative approach with immobilization.
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