27140 Transplant femur ridge
Also known as: femoral ridge transfer, greater trochanter transfer, trochanteric transfer
Surgical transfer and transplant of femoral ridge (greater trochanter) to improve hip abduction or address muscle imbalance.
In Plain Language
moving hip bone ridge; trochanteric transfer surgery
Clinical Context
Indicated for hip abductor deficiency or weakness requiring surgical transfer of the greater trochanter for functional improvement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 12.46 |
| Total RVU | 12.46 |
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 12.46, this code ranks in the 66th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.6x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27140?
CPT 27140 (Transplant femur ridge) is a Surgery code. Surgical transfer and transplant of femoral ridge (greater trochanter) to improve hip abduction or address muscle imbalance.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27140?
The work RVU for CPT 27140 is 12.46. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Reconstructive Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27140 used?
Indicated for hip abductor deficiency or weakness requiring surgical transfer of the greater trochanter for functional improvement.
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