28455 Treatment tarsal bone fracture with mnpj each
Also known as: tarsal fracture reduction, midfoot fracture manipulation, closed reduction tarsal
Closed treatment of tarsal bone fracture with manipulation to achieve anatomic alignment, used for displaced midfoot fractures amenable to closed reduction, reported per bone.
In Plain Language
Midfoot fracture reduction; Foot bone reduction; Manipulative midfoot treatment
Clinical Context
Used for displaced tarsal bone fractures; closed reduction restores alignment and is appropriate for fractures without significant comminution.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.16 |
| Total RVU | 3.16 |
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 3.16, this code ranks in the 22nd percentile among Surgery codes — 2.5x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 28455?
CPT 28455 (Treatment tarsal bone fracture with mnpj each) is a Surgery code. Closed treatment of tarsal bone fracture with manipulation to achieve anatomic alignment, used for displaced midfoot fractures amenable to closed reduction, reported per bone.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 28455?
The work RVU for CPT 28455 is 3.16. This code is primarily used by Foot and Ankle Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Emergency Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 28455 used?
Used for displaced tarsal bone fractures; closed reduction restores alignment and is appropriate for fractures without significant comminution.
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