27052 Biopsy of hip joint
Also known as: hip joint biopsy, hip biopsy, synovial biopsy hip
Surgical biopsy of the hip joint through arthroscopic or open approach to obtain tissue diagnosis.
In Plain Language
taking sample from hip joint; hip joint tissue sample
Clinical Context
Indicated for diagnosis of hip joint pathology including infection, inflammatory arthritis, or synovial disorders requiring tissue analysis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.23 |
| Total RVU | 7.23 |
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 7.23, this code ranks in the 46th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27052?
CPT 27052 (Biopsy of hip joint) is a Surgery code. Surgical biopsy of the hip joint through arthroscopic or open approach to obtain tissue diagnosis.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27052?
The work RVU for CPT 27052 is 7.23. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Rheumatology, Pathology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27052 used?
Indicated for diagnosis of hip joint pathology including infection, inflammatory arthritis, or synovial disorders requiring tissue analysis.
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