27049 Resection hip/pelvic tumor < 5 centimeters
Also known as: hip tumor resection, pelvic tumor resection, small hip tumor removal
Surgical resection of a hip or pelvic tumor of less than 5 centimeters with complete excision including involved tissues.
In Plain Language
surgical removal of hip tumor; tumor removal surgery
Clinical Context
Indicated for small hip or pelvic tumors requiring definitive surgical resection with appropriate margins for oncologic management.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 21.01 |
| Total RVU | 21.01 |
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 21.01, this code ranks in the 84th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.6x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27049?
CPT 27049 (Resection hip/pelvic tumor < 5 centimeters) is a Surgery code. Surgical resection of a hip or pelvic tumor of less than 5 centimeters with complete excision including involved tissues.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27049?
The work RVU for CPT 27049 is 21.01. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27049 used?
Indicated for small hip or pelvic tumors requiring definitive surgical resection with appropriate margins for oncologic management.
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