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27810 Treatment of ankle fracture

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: percutaneous fixation bimalleolar, bimalleolar fracture fixation

Initial closed treatment of ankle fracture (bimalleolar) with manipulation and percutaneous fixation.

Clinical Context

Performed for displaced bimalleolar ankle fractures requiring fixation through minimal incisions or closed technique.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU5.19
Practice Expense RVU10.47
Malpractice RVU1.17
Total RVU16.83

Est. Medicare Payment

$562.12

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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