27781 Treatment of fibula fracture
Also known as: closed reduction with fixation fibula, fibular fracture fixation
Initial closed treatment of fibular shaft fracture with manipulation and internal fixation application.
In Plain Language
setting broken outer leg bone with hardware
Clinical Context
Used for displaced fibular fractures requiring fixation with plate, screws, or other devices.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.48 |
| Total RVU | 4.48 |
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 4.48, this code ranks in the 30th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.8x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27781?
CPT 27781 (Treatment of fibula fracture) is a Surgery code. Initial closed treatment of fibular shaft fracture with manipulation and internal fixation application.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27781?
The work RVU for CPT 27781 is 4.48. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27781 used?
Used for displaced fibular fractures requiring fixation with plate, screws, or other devices.
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