27151 Incision of hip bones
Also known as: bilateral hip osteotomy, bilateral pelvic osteotomy, bilateral hip realignment
Surgical opening (osteotomy) of bilateral hip bones with cutting and repositioning for treatment of bilateral hip deformity.
In Plain Language
hip bone surgery on both sides; bilateral hip realignment
Clinical Context
Indicated for bilateral hip dysplasia or deformity requiring simultaneous surgical correction of both hip bones.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 23.52 |
| Total RVU | 23.52 |
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 23.52, this code ranks in the 87th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.9x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27151?
CPT 27151 (Incision of hip bones) is a Surgery code. Surgical opening (osteotomy) of bilateral hip bones with cutting and repositioning for treatment of bilateral hip deformity.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27151?
The work RVU for CPT 27151 is 23.52. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Joint Reconstruction. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27151 used?
Indicated for bilateral hip dysplasia or deformity requiring simultaneous surgical correction of both hip bones.
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