27488 Removal of knee prosthesis
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: prosthesis removal, TKA removal, component removal
Surgical removal of a knee prosthesis or prosthetic components without immediate replacement, typically for infection, loosening, or spacer placement.
Clinical Context
Used for infected prostheses (often staged removal before reimplantation), severe loosening, or temporary spacer placement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.16 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 12.14 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.63 |
| Total RVU | 32.93 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$1,099.86
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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