27147 Revision of hip bone
Also known as: hip osteotomy revision, pelvic osteotomy revision, hip bone realignment
Surgical revision of hip bone osteotomy with repositioning of previously cut bone segments for improved alignment.
In Plain Language
fixing previous hip bone surgery; hip bone realignment
Clinical Context
Used for revision of failed hip osteotomy or to address persistent deformity requiring reoperation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 21.52 |
| Total RVU | 21.52 |
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 21.52, this code ranks in the 84th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27147?
CPT 27147 (Revision of hip bone) is a Surgery code. Surgical revision of hip bone osteotomy with repositioning of previously cut bone segments for improved alignment.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27147?
The work RVU for CPT 27147 is 21.52. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Joint Reconstruction. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27147 used?
Used for revision of failed hip osteotomy or to address persistent deformity requiring reoperation.
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