27825 Treat lower leg fracture
Also known as: percutaneous fixation lower leg, leg fracture fixation
Initial closed treatment of lower leg fracture (tibia-fibula) with manipulation and percutaneous internal fixation.
In Plain Language
setting broken leg with pins or screws
Clinical Context
Performed for displaced lower leg fractures requiring fixation through minimal incisions or percutaneous approach.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.52 |
| Total RVU | 6.52 |
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 6.52, this code ranks in the 43rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27825?
CPT 27825 (Treat lower leg fracture) is a Surgery code. Initial closed treatment of lower leg fracture (tibia-fibula) with manipulation and percutaneous internal fixation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27825?
The work RVU for CPT 27825 is 6.52. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27825 used?
Performed for displaced lower leg fractures requiring fixation through minimal incisions or percutaneous approach.
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