27047 excision hip/pelvis lesion sternoclavicular < 3 centimeters
Also known as: hip lesion removal, pelvic soft tissue excision, superficial lesion removal
Surgical excision of a hip or pelvic soft tissue lesion of superficial extent less than 3 centimeters.
In Plain Language
removing small hip tissue growth; small hip lesion surgery
Clinical Context
Indicated for small superficial soft tissue lesions of the hip requiring excision for benign conditions or diagnostic purposes.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.82 |
| Total RVU | 4.82 |
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 4.82, this code ranks in the 33rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27047?
CPT 27047 (excision hip/pelvis lesion sternoclavicular < 3 centimeters) is a Surgery code. Surgical excision of a hip or pelvic soft tissue lesion of superficial extent less than 3 centimeters.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27047?
The work RVU for CPT 27047 is 4.82. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27047 used?
Indicated for small superficial soft tissue lesions of the hip requiring excision for benign conditions or diagnostic purposes.
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