27035 Denervation of hip joint
Also known as: hip denervation, hip capsular denervation, nerve ablation hip
Surgical denervation of the hip joint through division or ablation of nerve branches to reduce pain.
In Plain Language
severing nerve endings in hip; hip pain relief surgery
Clinical Context
Indicated for severe hip arthritis pain unresponsive to other treatments where pain relief through nerve denervation is desired.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 16.94 |
| Total RVU | 16.94 |
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 16.94, this code ranks in the 77th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27035?
CPT 27035 (Denervation of hip joint) is a Surgery code. Surgical denervation of the hip joint through division or ablation of nerve branches to reduce pain.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27035?
The work RVU for CPT 27035 is 16.94. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Pain Management. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27035 used?
Indicated for severe hip arthritis pain unresponsive to other treatments where pain relief through nerve denervation is desired.
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