27170 Repair/graft femur head/neck
Also known as: femoral head repair, head-neck graft, femoral head reconstruction
Repair or graft of the femur head and neck region, typically performed for avascular necrosis, large defects, or structural failure requiring reconstruction.
In Plain Language
Hip ball repair; Bone graft to hip joint
Clinical Context
Indicated for avascular necrosis of the femoral head, large osteochondral defects, or malunion following prior fracture, requiring graft incorporation for structural support.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.17 |
| Total RVU | 17.17 |
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 17.17, this code ranks in the 78th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27170?
CPT 27170 (Repair/graft femur head/neck) is a Surgery code. Repair or graft of the femur head and neck region, typically performed for avascular necrosis, large defects, or structural failure requiring reconstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27170?
The work RVU for CPT 27170 is 17.17. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Hip Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27170 used?
Indicated for avascular necrosis of the femoral head, large osteochondral defects, or malunion following prior fracture, requiring graft incorporation for structural support.
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