27405 Repair of knee ligament
Also known as: ACL repair, MCL repair, ligament repair, ACL reconstruction
Surgical repair or reconstruction of a single knee ligament including cruciate ligaments (anterior or posterior), collateral ligaments, or posterolateral corner structures.
Clinical Context
Used for acute ligament tears, chronic ligament insufficiency, and knee instability. Very common in athletes and after traumatic knee injuries.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.85 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.43 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.80 |
| Total RVU | 19.08 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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