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.
In Plain Language
Heel fracture surgery; Open heel fracture surgery; Heel bone repair surgery
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 |
| Total RVU | 15.79 |
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 15.79, this code ranks in the 75th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.0x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 28415?
CPT 28415 (Optx calcaneal fracture) is a Surgery code. 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.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 28415?
The work RVU for CPT 28415 is 15.79. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Foot and Ankle Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 28415 used?
Used for displaced intra-articular calcaneal fractures requiring open reduction; internal fixation restores heel height and joint alignment for improved functional recovery.
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