27828 Treat lower leg fracture
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: complex open reduction lower leg, compression plate fixation leg
Initial open treatment of lower leg fracture with complex fixation including compression plating and possible fibular realignment.
Clinical Context
Performed for highly comminuted or complex lower leg fractures requiring compression plating and advanced techniques.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.97 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 15.22 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.64 |
| Total RVU | 36.83 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$1,230.12
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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