27080 Removal of tail bone
Also known as: coccyx removal, coccygectomy, tailbone removal
Surgical removal of the coccyx (tailbone) with appropriate soft tissue dissection and reconstruction.
In Plain Language
removing tailbone; coccyx surgery
Clinical Context
Performed for coccyx fracture with nonunion, infected tailbone, or tumor requiring complete removal for symptom resolution.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.72 |
| Total RVU | 6.72 |
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 6.72, this code ranks in the 44th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27080?
CPT 27080 (Removal of tail bone) is a Surgery code. Surgical removal of the coccyx (tailbone) with appropriate soft tissue dissection and reconstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27080?
The work RVU for CPT 27080 is 6.72. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Colorectal Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27080 used?
Performed for coccyx fracture with nonunion, infected tailbone, or tumor requiring complete removal for symptom resolution.
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