27550 Treat knee dislocation
Also known as: knee dislocation reduction, closed reduction
Closed reduction and treatment of a knee joint dislocation by manual reduction and immobilization to restore anatomic alignment.
In Plain Language
putting a dislocated knee back in place
Clinical Context
Used for acute knee dislocation requiring emergency reduction, often with imaging to assess for associated injuries.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.83 |
| Total RVU | 5.83 |
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 5.83, this code ranks in the 39th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27550?
CPT 27550 (Treat knee dislocation) is a Surgery code. Closed reduction and treatment of a knee joint dislocation by manual reduction and immobilization to restore anatomic alignment.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27550?
The work RVU for CPT 27550 is 5.83. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Emergency Medicine, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27550 used?
Used for acute knee dislocation requiring emergency reduction, often with imaging to assess for associated injuries.
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