27386 Repair/graft of thigh muscle
Also known as: thigh muscle repair with graft, muscle reconstruction
Repair of thigh muscle with bone or soft tissue graft for reconstruction of significant muscle defect.
In Plain Language
Muscle tear repair with graft; Thigh muscle reconstruction
Clinical Context
Applied to large muscle defects or losses requiring graft augmentation for functional restoration.
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 27386?
CPT 27386 (Repair/graft of thigh muscle) is a Surgery code. Repair of thigh muscle with bone or soft tissue graft for reconstruction of significant muscle defect.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27386?
The work RVU for CPT 27386 is 10.85. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27386 used?
Applied to large muscle defects or losses requiring graft augmentation for functional restoration.
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