28465 Optx tarsal bone fracture each
Also known as: tarsal ORIF, open reduction tarsal, midfoot ORIF
Open surgical treatment of tarsal bone fracture with internal fixation, including open reduction and hardware placement for displaced midfoot fractures, reported per bone.
In Plain Language
Midfoot fracture surgery; Open midfoot repair; Midfoot bone fixation
Clinical Context
Used for displaced intra-articular tarsal fractures requiring open reduction; internal fixation restores alignment and promotes healing.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.58 |
| Total RVU | 8.58 |
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 8.58, this code ranks in the 53rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 28465?
CPT 28465 (Optx tarsal bone fracture each) is a Surgery code. Open surgical treatment of tarsal bone fracture with internal fixation, including open reduction and hardware placement for displaced midfoot fractures, reported per bone.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 28465?
The work RVU for CPT 28465 is 8.58. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Foot and Ankle Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 28465 used?
Used for displaced intra-articular tarsal fractures requiring open reduction; internal fixation restores alignment and promotes healing.
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