27465 Shortening of thigh bone
Also known as: femoral shortening, femoral osteotomy, bone shortening
Surgical shortening of the femur through osteotomy and bone removal or compression to correct limb length discrepancy and improve lower extremity alignment.
In Plain Language
shortening the thigh bone
Clinical Context
Used for limb length discrepancy when shortening is preferred over lengthening. May be combined with realignment or as standalone procedure.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 20.60 |
| Total RVU | 20.60 |
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 20.60, this code ranks in the 83rd percentile among Surgery codes — 2.6x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27465?
CPT 27465 (Shortening of thigh bone) is a Surgery code. Surgical shortening of the femur through osteotomy and bone removal or compression to correct limb length discrepancy and improve lower extremity alignment.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27465?
The work RVU for CPT 27465 is 20.60. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Pediatric Orthopedics. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27465 used?
Used for limb length discrepancy when shortening is preferred over lengthening. May be combined with realignment or as standalone procedure.
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