27443 Revision of knee joint
Also known as: bicompartmental revision, femoral and tibial revision
Surgical revision of the knee joint with replacement or adjustment of both femoral and tibial prosthetic components to address multiple component failures or severe complications.
In Plain Language
replacing both parts of a knee implant
Clinical Context
Used when both femoral and tibial components require revision, indicating complex failure. Higher morbidity than single-component revision.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 11.12 |
| Total RVU | 11.12 |
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 11.12, this code ranks in the 63rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27443?
CPT 27443 (Revision of knee joint) is a Surgery code. Surgical revision of the knee joint with replacement or adjustment of both femoral and tibial prosthetic components to address multiple component failures or severe complications.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27443?
The work RVU for CPT 27443 is 11.12. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Joint Replacement, Knee Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27443 used?
Used when both femoral and tibial components require revision, indicating complex failure. Higher morbidity than single-component revision.
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