27472 Repair/graft of thigh
Also known as: thigh fracture with graft, thigh fracture reconstruction
Surgical repair of a thigh fracture with soft tissue grafting or complex reconstruction to address bone and soft tissue damage, including vascularized bone grafts if needed.
In Plain Language
fixing a thigh bone break with tissue transfer
Clinical Context
Used for complex thigh fractures with soft tissue loss, segmental defects, or poor bone quality. Requires advanced reconstructive techniques.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 18.25 |
| Total RVU | 18.25 |
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 18.25, this code ranks in the 79th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27472?
CPT 27472 (Repair/graft of thigh) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair of a thigh fracture with soft tissue grafting or complex reconstruction to address bone and soft tissue damage, including vascularized bone grafts if needed.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27472?
The work RVU for CPT 27472 is 18.25. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery, Reconstructive Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27472 used?
Used for complex thigh fractures with soft tissue loss, segmental defects, or poor bone quality. Requires advanced reconstructive techniques.
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