27477 Surgery to stop leg growth
Also known as: growth modulation, growth plate harnessing
Surgical guidance or modulation of skeletal growth through growth plate harnessing or temporary growth modulation techniques to correct limb length discrepancy.
In Plain Language
guiding leg bone growth to correct length
Clinical Context
Used in growing children to gradually correct limb length discrepancy. Temporary intervention allowing continued growth with correction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.89 |
| Total RVU | 9.89 |
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 9.89, this code ranks in the 58th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27477?
CPT 27477 (Surgery to stop leg growth) is a Surgery code. Surgical guidance or modulation of skeletal growth through growth plate harnessing or temporary growth modulation techniques to correct limb length discrepancy.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27477?
The work RVU for CPT 27477 is 9.89. This code is primarily used by Pediatric Orthopedics, Orthopedic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27477 used?
Used in growing children to gradually correct limb length discrepancy. Temporary intervention allowing continued growth with correction.
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