27823 Treatment of ankle fracture
Also known as: open reduction posterior trimalleolar, posterior tibial fixation ankle
Initial open treatment of ankle fracture with posterior tibia (trimalleolar plus) involving posterior malleolus fixation.
In Plain Language
surgical repair of complex broken ankle
Clinical Context
Performed for complex ankle fractures with posterior tibial component requiring anatomic reduction of all components.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 12.83 |
| Total RVU | 12.83 |
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 12.83, this code ranks in the 67th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.6x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27823?
CPT 27823 (Treatment of ankle fracture) is a Surgery code. Initial open treatment of ankle fracture with posterior tibia (trimalleolar plus) involving posterior malleolus fixation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27823?
The work RVU for CPT 27823 is 12.83. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Podiatric Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27823 used?
Performed for complex ankle fractures with posterior tibial component requiring anatomic reduction of all components.
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