27328 excision thigh/knee tumor deep <5cm
Also known as: deep soft tissue excision, tumor excision <5cm
Excision of soft tissue tumor of thigh or knee in deep tissues measuring less than 5 centimeters.
In Plain Language
Deep bump removal from leg; Deep muscle tumor removal
Clinical Context
Applied to subfascial or intramuscular tumors less than 5 centimeters requiring operative excision.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.63 |
| Total RVU | 8.63 |
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 8.63, this code ranks in the 53rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27328?
CPT 27328 (excision thigh/knee tumor deep <5cm) is a Surgery code. Excision of soft tissue tumor of thigh or knee in deep tissues measuring less than 5 centimeters.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27328?
The work RVU for CPT 27328 is 8.63. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27328 used?
Applied to subfascial or intramuscular tumors less than 5 centimeters requiring operative excision.
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