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.
In Plain Language
fixing a torn knee ligament; ACL surgery
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 |
| Total RVU | 8.85 |
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 8.85, this code ranks in the 54th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27405?
CPT 27405 (Repair of knee ligament) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair or reconstruction of a single knee ligament including cruciate ligaments (anterior or posterior), collateral ligaments, or posterolateral corner structures.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27405?
The work RVU for CPT 27405 is 8.85. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine, Knee Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27405 used?
Used for acute ligament tears, chronic ligament insufficiency, and knee instability. Very common in athletes and after traumatic knee injuries.
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