27156 Revision of hip bones
Also known as: bilateral hip osteotomy revision, bilateral pelvic revision, bilateral hip realignment revision
Surgical revision of bilateral hip bone osteotomies with repositioning of previously cut bone segments on both sides.
In Plain Language
fixing previous bilateral hip bone surgery; bilateral hip realignment
Clinical Context
Used for revision of failed bilateral hip osteotomies or to address persistent bilateral deformity.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 25.57 |
| Total RVU | 25.57 |
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 25.57, this code ranks in the 89th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27156?
CPT 27156 (Revision of hip bones) is a Surgery code. Surgical revision of bilateral hip bone osteotomies with repositioning of previously cut bone segments on both sides.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27156?
The work RVU for CPT 27156 is 25.57. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Joint Reconstruction. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27156 used?
Used for revision of failed bilateral hip osteotomies or to address persistent bilateral deformity.
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