27479 Surgery to stop leg growth
Also known as: complex epiphysiodesis, bilateral growth plate arrest
Surgical growth plate arrest or epiphysiodesis with increased complexity, possibly including bilateral procedures or combined with other limb-lengthening techniques.
Clinical Context
Used for complex limb length discrepancy management in children, sometimes requiring bilateral or staged procedures.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 12.83 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.87 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.73 |
| Total RVU | 25.43 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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