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27457 Realignment of knee

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: complex tibial osteotomy, rotational osteotomy

Surgical osteotomy of the knee or tibia with increased complexity, possibly including rotation correction or combination with other realignment procedures.

Clinical Context

Used for complex alignment problems, rotational deformity, combined varus/valgus and rotational corrections, or revision osteotomy.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU13.68
Practice Expense RVU9.76
Malpractice RVU2.91
Total RVU26.35

Est. Medicare Payment

$880.09

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

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryKnee Surgery

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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.