27033 Arthrotomy hip exploration/removal loose/foreign body
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: hip arthrotomy exploration, loose body removal hip, hip joint debridement
Surgical arthrotomy of the hip joint with exploration and removal of loose bodies or fibrous tissue.
Clinical Context
Used for intra-articular loose bodies, osteochondral fragments, or debris causing mechanical symptoms requiring arthrotomy and removal.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.76 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 10.08 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.91 |
| Total RVU | 26.75 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$893.45
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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