27345 Removal of knee cyst
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: Baker cyst removal, knee cyst excision
Removal of cyst of knee, typically Baker cyst, through operative approach.
Clinical Context
Applied to symptomatic Baker cysts or other knee cysts causing pain or restricted motion.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.94 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.82 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.26 |
| Total RVU | 14.02 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$468.27
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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