27485 Surgery to stop leg growth
Also known as: epiphysiodesis, growth plate arrest
Surgical arrest of bone growth in the lower extremity through epiphysiodesis to manage limb length discrepancy as a joint-preserving approach in pediatric patients.
In Plain Language
stopping growth in the leg
Clinical Context
Used in children with limb length discrepancy to prevent progression and preserve joint alignment. Often bilateral.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.90 |
| Total RVU | 8.90 |
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 8.90, this code ranks in the 54th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27485?
CPT 27485 (Surgery to stop leg growth) is a Surgery code. Surgical arrest of bone growth in the lower extremity through epiphysiodesis to manage limb length discrepancy as a joint-preserving approach in pediatric patients.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27485?
The work RVU for CPT 27485 is 8.90. This code is primarily used by Pediatric Orthopedics, Orthopedic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27485 used?
Used in children with limb length discrepancy to prevent progression and preserve joint alignment. Often bilateral.
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