27130 Total hip arthroplasty
Also known as: total hip replacement, THR, total hip arthroplasty, THA, hip arthroplasty
Surgical total hip arthroplasty (replacement) involving replacement of both femoral head and acetabulum with prosthetic components.
In Plain Language
total hip replacement; hip joint replacement
Clinical Context
Performed for severe hip arthritis, hip dysplasia, or post-traumatic arthritis to restore hip function and pain relief.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 19.11 |
| Total RVU | 19.11 |
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 19.11, this code ranks in the 81st percentile among Surgery codes — 2.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27130?
CPT 27130 (Total hip arthroplasty) is a Surgery code. Surgical total hip arthroplasty (replacement) involving replacement of both femoral head and acetabulum with prosthetic components.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27130?
The work RVU for CPT 27130 is 19.11. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Joint Reconstruction. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27130 used?
Performed for severe hip arthritis, hip dysplasia, or post-traumatic arthritis to restore hip function and pain relief.
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