27202 Treat tail bone fracture
Also known as: tailbone reduction, coccyx manipulation
Closed treatment of coccygeal fracture with manipulation, including manual reduction and positioning to address displacement or angulation.
In Plain Language
Tailbone straightening; Bruised tailbone adjustment
Clinical Context
Used for displaced or angulated coccygeal fractures treated conservatively with manual reduction and temporary immobilization.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.13 |
| Total RVU | 7.13 |
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 7.13, this code ranks in the 46th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27202?
CPT 27202 (Treat tail bone fracture) is a Surgery code. Closed treatment of coccygeal fracture with manipulation, including manual reduction and positioning to address displacement or angulation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27202?
The work RVU for CPT 27202 is 7.13. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27202 used?
Used for displaced or angulated coccygeal fractures treated conservatively with manual reduction and temporary immobilization.
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