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27768 Cltx posterior ankle fracture with mnpj

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: percutaneous fixation posterior ankle, posterior malleolus fixation

Closed treatment of posterior ankle malleolus (tibia) fracture with manipulation and percutaneous fixation.

Clinical Context

Performed for displaced posterior malleolar fractures where fixation is needed but open approach not mandatory.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU5.01
Practice Expense RVU7.16
Malpractice RVU1.07
Total RVU13.24

Est. Medicare Payment

$442.22

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

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryPodiatric Surgery

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