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27415 Osteochondral knee allograft

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: osteochondral allograft, OCA, cartilage transplant, whole graft

Surgical implantation of osteochondral allograft (cadaveric graft) to repair full-thickness cartilage and bone defects in the knee, transferring donor cartilage and subchondral bone.

Clinical Context

Used for large osteochondral defects, failed prior cartilage surgery, or acute traumatic lesions. Provides immediate structural and biologic reconstruction.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU19.50
Practice Expense RVU14.03
Malpractice RVU4.15
Total RVU37.68

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,258.51

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgerySports MedicineJoint Preservation

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.