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27475 Surgery to stop leg growth

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: epiphysiodesis, growth plate arrest, physeal closure

Surgical closure of growth plates (epiphysiodesis) or arrest of bone growth in the distal femur or proximal tibia to prevent or correct limb length discrepancy.

Clinical Context

Used for limb length discrepancy prevention in growing children by selectively arresting growth on the longer side.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU8.71
Practice Expense RVU8.22
Malpractice RVU1.85
Total RVU18.78

Est. Medicare Payment

$627.25

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

Specialties

Pediatric OrthopedicsOrthopedic 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.