27355 Remove femur lesion
Also known as: femoral lesion removal, bone lesion excision
Removal of lesion or abnormal bone of femur through operative approach.
In Plain Language
Thighbone bump removal; Thighbone lesion surgery
Clinical Context
Applied to benign bone lesions, cysts, or tumors of the femur requiring surgical removal.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.80 |
| Total RVU | 7.80 |
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 7.80, this code ranks in the 49th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27355?
CPT 27355 (Remove femur lesion) is a Surgery code. Removal of lesion or abnormal bone of femur through operative approach.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27355?
The work RVU for CPT 27355 is 7.80. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27355 used?
Applied to benign bone lesions, cysts, or tumors of the femur requiring surgical removal.
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