27087 Remove hip foreign body
Also known as: deep hip foreign body removal, hip debris removal, open foreign body removal
Surgical removal of foreign body from the hip region through an open approach with extensive soft tissue dissection.
In Plain Language
surgically removing object from hip; open hip foreign body surgery
Clinical Context
Used for deep hip foreign bodies requiring open surgical approach for safe removal without neurovascular injury.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.61 |
| Total RVU | 8.61 |
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 8.61, this code ranks in the 53rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27087?
CPT 27087 (Remove hip foreign body) is a Surgery code. Surgical removal of foreign body from the hip region through an open approach with extensive soft tissue dissection.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27087?
The work RVU for CPT 27087 is 8.61. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27087 used?
Used for deep hip foreign bodies requiring open surgical approach for safe removal without neurovascular injury.
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