27295 Amputation of leg at hip
Also known as: revision hip amputation, hip amputation re-operation
Amputation of lower extremity at hip level with revision or secondary procedures.
In Plain Language
Leg re-amputation at hip; Hip amputation revision
Clinical Context
Applied to revision hip amputations for inadequate healing, infection, or poor prosthetic fit requiring re-amputation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 19.17 |
| Total RVU | 19.17 |
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 19.17, this code ranks in the 81st percentile among Surgery codes — 2.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27295?
CPT 27295 (Amputation of leg at hip) is a Surgery code. Amputation of lower extremity at hip level with revision or secondary procedures.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27295?
The work RVU for CPT 27295 is 19.17. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Vascular Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27295 used?
Applied to revision hip amputations for inadequate healing, infection, or poor prosthetic fit requiring re-amputation.
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