27220 Treat hip socket fracture
Also known as: closed acetabular treatment, conservative hip socket care
Closed treatment of acetabular fracture without significant reduction or with minimal manipulation.
In Plain Language
Non-surgical hip socket healing; Conservative pelvic care
Clinical Context
Used for simple, non-displaced acetabular fractures stable enough to heal without operative intervention.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.36 |
| Total RVU | 5.36 |
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 5.36, this code ranks in the 36th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.5x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27220?
CPT 27220 (Treat hip socket fracture) is a Surgery code. Closed treatment of acetabular fracture without significant reduction or with minimal manipulation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27220?
The work RVU for CPT 27220 is 5.36. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27220 used?
Used for simple, non-displaced acetabular fractures stable enough to heal without operative intervention.
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