27045 excision hip/pelvic tumor deep 5 centimeters/>
Also known as: deep hip tumor removal, large pelvic lesion excision, deep soft tissue excision
Surgical excision of a hip or pelvic soft tissue tumor or lesion of deep extent greater than 5 centimeters.
In Plain Language
removing large deep hip mass; deep hip tumor surgery
Clinical Context
Used for large deep soft tissue lesions or tumors requiring more extensive surgical dissection and reconstruction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.85 |
| Total RVU | 10.85 |
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 10.85, this code ranks in the 62nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27045?
CPT 27045 (excision hip/pelvic tumor deep 5 centimeters/>) is a Surgery code. Surgical excision of a hip or pelvic soft tissue tumor or lesion of deep extent greater than 5 centimeters.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27045?
The work RVU for CPT 27045 is 10.85. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Oncology, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27045 used?
Used for large deep soft tissue lesions or tumors requiring more extensive surgical dissection and reconstruction.
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