27339 excision thigh/knee tumor dep 5cm/>
Also known as: deep soft tissue excision large, tumor excision ≥5cm
Excision of soft tissue tumor of thigh or knee in deep tissues measuring 5 centimeters or greater.
In Plain Language
Large deep bump removal; Large muscle tumor removal
Clinical Context
Applied to subfascial or intramuscular tumors 5 centimeters or larger requiring operative excision.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.85 |
| Total RVU | 10.85 |
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 10.85, this code ranks in the 62nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27339?
CPT 27339 (excision thigh/knee tumor dep 5cm/>) is a Surgery code. Excision of soft tissue tumor of thigh or knee in deep tissues measuring 5 centimeters or greater.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27339?
The work RVU for CPT 27339 is 10.85. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27339 used?
Applied to subfascial or intramuscular tumors 5 centimeters or larger requiring operative excision.
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