27093 Injection for hip x-ray
Also known as: hip arthrography, hip joint injection, hip fluoroscopy injection
Injection of contrast material into the hip joint with fluoroscopic guidance for hip arthrography imaging.
In Plain Language
injecting dye into hip joint for x-ray; hip joint imaging injection
Clinical Context
Performed for diagnostic imaging of hip joint structures to evaluate for pathology, fractures, or ligamentous injuries.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.27 |
| Total RVU | 1.27 |
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 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 1.27, this code ranks in the 7th percentile among Surgery codes — 6.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27093?
CPT 27093 (Injection for hip x-ray) is a Surgery code. Injection of contrast material into the hip joint with fluoroscopic guidance for hip arthrography imaging.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27093?
The work RVU for CPT 27093 is 1.27. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Radiology.
When is CPT 27093 used?
Performed for diagnostic imaging of hip joint structures to evaluate for pathology, fractures, or ligamentous injuries.
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