27409 Repair of knee ligaments
Also known as: multi-ligament reconstruction, complex knee repair, knee dislocation repair
Surgical repair or reconstruction of three or more knee ligaments including complex reconstructions of cruciate, collateral, and posterolateral corner structures for severe multi-ligamentous injury.
In Plain Language
fixing multiple torn knee ligaments
Clinical Context
Used for knee dislocations, severe multi-ligament tears, and complex traumatic knee injuries. High morbidity and requires staged procedures.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.37 |
| Total RVU | 13.37 |
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 13.37, this code ranks in the 68th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27409?
CPT 27409 (Repair of knee ligaments) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair or reconstruction of three or more knee ligaments including complex reconstructions of cruciate, collateral, and posterolateral corner structures for severe multi-ligamentous injury.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27409?
The work RVU for CPT 27409 is 13.37. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Traumatic Surgery, Knee Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27409 used?
Used for knee dislocations, severe multi-ligament tears, and complex traumatic knee injuries. High morbidity and requires staged procedures.
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