27303 Drainage of bone lesion
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: bone drainage, osteomyelitis drainage, bone abscess drainage
Drainage of bone abscess or infection, typically involving cortical or cancellous bone in the thigh or knee region.
Clinical Context
Indicated for bone infections or abscesses requiring drainage to control infection and preserve bone viability.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.41 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.93 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.74 |
| Total RVU | 18.08 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$603.87
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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