27788 Treatment of ankle fracture
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: percutaneous fixation lateral ankle, ankle fracture fixation
Initial closed treatment of ankle fracture (lateral malleolus) with manipulation and internal fixation.
Clinical Context
Performed for displaced lateral malleolar fractures requiring fixation through minimal approach or closed technique.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.52 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.42 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.99 |
| Total RVU | 14.93 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$498.66
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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