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.
In Plain Language
stopping growth in leg bones
Clinical Context
Used for complex limb length discrepancy management in children, sometimes requiring bilateral or staged procedures.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 12.83 |
| Total RVU | 12.83 |
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 12.83, this code ranks in the 67th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.6x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27479?
CPT 27479 (Surgery to stop leg growth) is a Surgery code. Surgical growth plate arrest or epiphysiodesis with increased complexity, possibly including bilateral procedures or combined with other limb-lengthening techniques.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27479?
The work RVU for CPT 27479 is 12.83. This code is primarily used by Pediatric Orthopedics, Orthopedic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27479 used?
Used for complex limb length discrepancy management in children, sometimes requiring bilateral or staged procedures.
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