27440 Revision of knee joint
Also known as: knee revision, prosthesis revision, knee re-operation
Surgical revision of the knee joint for arthritis, instability, or prior prosthetic complication, with varied procedures including prosthetic adjustment, cement revision, or bone grafting.
Clinical Context
Used for prosthetic loosening, wear, infection, pain, or instability after total knee arthroplasty or other prior surgery.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.81 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.21 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.31 |
| Total RVU | 22.33 |
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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