27075 Resection hip tumor
Also known as: hip tumor resection, pelvic tumor resection, hip sarcoma resection
Surgical resection of hip tumor with en bloc removal of the tumor and surrounding margin to ensure adequate oncologic clearance.
In Plain Language
removing hip tumor with surrounding tissue; hip bone tumor surgery
Clinical Context
Used for primary hip bone tumors or metastatic disease requiring wide surgical excision with appropriate margins for oncologic control.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 31.89 |
| Total RVU | 31.89 |
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 31.89, this code ranks in the 94th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.0x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27075?
CPT 27075 (Resection hip tumor) is a Surgery code. Surgical resection of hip tumor with en bloc removal of the tumor and surrounding margin to ensure adequate oncologic clearance.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27075?
The work RVU for CPT 27075 is 31.89. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27075 used?
Used for primary hip bone tumors or metastatic disease requiring wide surgical excision with appropriate margins for oncologic control.
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