27078 Rsect hip tumor incl femur
Also known as: hip tumor resection with femur, hip and femur tumor removal, extended hip tumor resection
Surgical resection of hip tumor including femur (thighbone) with potential reconstruction.
In Plain Language
hip tumor surgery including thighbone; hip and thighbone tumor removal
Clinical Context
Indicated for hip tumors extending into the femoral shaft requiring en bloc resection of hip and femoral components.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 31.40 |
| Total RVU | 31.40 |
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 31.40, this code ranks in the 93rd percentile among Surgery codes — 3.9x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27078?
CPT 27078 (Rsect hip tumor incl femur) is a Surgery code. Surgical resection of hip tumor including femur (thighbone) with potential reconstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27078?
The work RVU for CPT 27078 is 31.40. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27078 used?
Indicated for hip tumors extending into the femoral shaft requiring en bloc resection of hip and femoral components.
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