27187 Reinforce hip bones
Also known as: hip reinforcement, acetabular augmentation, femoral head support
Reinforcement of hip bones through surgical augmentation or support of the femoral head or acetabulum to improve load-bearing capacity and stability.
In Plain Language
Hip socket strengthening; Hip joint reinforcement
Clinical Context
Used for dysplastic hips, developmental dysplasia of the hip, or acetabular deficiency requiring surgical improvement of coverage and stability.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.87 |
| Total RVU | 13.87 |
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 13.87, this code ranks in the 70th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27187?
CPT 27187 (Reinforce hip bones) is a Surgery code. Reinforcement of hip bones through surgical augmentation or support of the femoral head or acetabulum to improve load-bearing capacity and stability.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27187?
The work RVU for CPT 27187 is 13.87. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Hip Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27187 used?
Used for dysplastic hips, developmental dysplasia of the hip, or acetabular deficiency requiring surgical improvement of coverage and stability.
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