27090 Removal of hip prosthesis
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: hip prosthesis removal, hip implant removal, hip replacement removal
Surgical removal of hip joint prosthesis (implant) with standard extraction technique and appropriate soft tissue handling.
Clinical Context
Indicated for infected hip prosthesis, aseptic loosening, or prosthetic failure requiring removal for revision or resurfacing.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 11.40 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.36 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.39 |
| Total RVU | 23.15 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$773.21
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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