27381 Repair/graft kneecap tendon
Also known as: patellar tendon repair with graft, quadriceps tendon reconstruction
Repair of patellar tendon with bone or soft tissue graft for reconstruction of significant tendon defect.
In Plain Language
Kneecap tendon graft repair; Tendon reconstruction
Clinical Context
Applied to complete patellar tendon rupture or significant defects requiring graft augmentation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.49 |
| Total RVU | 10.49 |
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 10.49, this code ranks in the 60th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27381?
CPT 27381 (Repair/graft kneecap tendon) is a Surgery code. Repair of patellar tendon with bone or soft tissue graft for reconstruction of significant tendon defect.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27381?
The work RVU for CPT 27381 is 10.49. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27381 used?
Applied to complete patellar tendon rupture or significant defects requiring graft augmentation.
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