27831 Treat lower leg dislocation
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: percutaneous fixation ankle dislocation, ankle dislocation fixation
Initial closed treatment of ankle joint dislocation with manipulation and percutaneous fixation.
Clinical Context
Performed for displaced ankle dislocation requiring fixation to maintain reduction through healing.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.61 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.45 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.00 |
| Total RVU | 12.06 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$402.80
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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