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27161 Incision of neck of femur

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: femoral neck incision, fenestration femur

Incision of the neck of femur, including drilling or fenestration to relieve pressure or treat pathological conditions of the femoral neck.

Clinical Context

Used for decompression of avascular necrosis, treatment of slipped capital femoral epiphysis, or relief of increased intraosseous pressure in femoral neck pathology.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU17.44
Practice Expense RVU12.25
Malpractice RVU3.71
Total RVU33.40

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,115.56

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryHip Surgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.