27816 Treatment of ankle fracture
Also known as: closed reduction trimalleolar, conservative trimalleolar fracture
Initial closed treatment of ankle fracture (trimalleolar) with manipulation and immobilization.
In Plain Language
setting broken ankle (3 sides) without surgery
Clinical Context
Used for non-displaced trimalleolar fractures, though most require operative treatment due to complexity.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.99 |
| Total RVU | 2.99 |
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 2.99, this code ranks in the 21st percentile among Surgery codes — 2.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27816?
CPT 27816 (Treatment of ankle fracture) is a Surgery code. Initial closed treatment of ankle fracture (trimalleolar) with manipulation and immobilization.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27816?
The work RVU for CPT 27816 is 2.99. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Emergency Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27816 used?
Used for non-displaced trimalleolar fractures, though most require operative treatment due to complexity.
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