28415 Optx calcaneal fracture
Also known as: calcaneal ORIF, open reduction heel fracture, open fixation calcaneal fracture
Open surgical treatment of calcaneal fracture with internal fixation, including open reduction and plate/screw fixation to achieve and maintain anatomic alignment for optimal outcome.
Clinical Context
Used for displaced intra-articular calcaneal fractures requiring open reduction; internal fixation restores heel height and joint alignment for improved functional recovery.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 15.79 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 12.90 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.71 |
| Total RVU | 31.40 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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