27780 Treatment of fibula fracture
Also known as: closed reduction fibula, conservative fibular treatment
Initial closed treatment of fibular shaft fracture with manipulation and immobilization without operative intervention.
In Plain Language
setting broken outer leg bone without surgery
Clinical Context
Appropriate for uncomplicated closed fibular fractures without syndesmotic injury. Casting provides functional treatment.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.76 |
| Total RVU | 2.76 |
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 2.76, this code ranks in the 19th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.9x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27780?
CPT 27780 (Treatment of fibula fracture) is a Surgery code. Initial closed treatment of fibular shaft fracture with manipulation and immobilization without operative intervention.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27780?
The work RVU for CPT 27780 is 2.76. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Emergency Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27780 used?
Appropriate for uncomplicated closed fibular fractures without syndesmotic injury. Casting provides functional treatment.
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