27062 Remove femur lesion/bursa
Also known as: femur lesion removal, femoral bursa excision, femoral soft tissue removal
Surgical removal of femoral lesion or bursa with appropriate tissue handling and reconstruction.
In Plain Language
removing hip bone lesion or bursa; femoral region surgery
Clinical Context
Used for femoral lesions, bursae, or soft tissue pathology requiring complete removal and addressing underlying causative factors.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.61 |
| Total RVU | 5.61 |
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 5.61, this code ranks in the 37th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27062?
CPT 27062 (Remove femur lesion/bursa) is a Surgery code. Surgical removal of femoral lesion or bursa with appropriate tissue handling and reconstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27062?
The work RVU for CPT 27062 is 5.61. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27062 used?
Used for femoral lesions, bursae, or soft tissue pathology requiring complete removal and addressing underlying causative factors.
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