27369 Njx cntrst knee arthg/CT/MRI
Also known as: knee injection contrast, knee arthrography, intra-articular injection
Injection of contrast medium into knee joint for arthrocentesis, arthropraphy, computed tomography, or magnetic resonance imaging studies.
In Plain Language
Dye injection into knee; Knee joint imaging injection
Clinical Context
Used for diagnostic imaging of knee joint pathology before advanced imaging modalities.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.75 |
| Total RVU | 0.75 |
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 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.75, this code ranks in the 2nd percentile among Surgery codes — 10.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27369?
CPT 27369 (Njx cntrst knee arthg/CT/MRI) is a Surgery code. Injection of contrast medium into knee joint for arthrocentesis, arthropraphy, computed tomography, or magnetic resonance imaging studies.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27369?
The work RVU for CPT 27369 is 0.75. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Radiology.
When is CPT 27369 used?
Used for diagnostic imaging of knee joint pathology before advanced imaging modalities.
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