27557 Treat knee dislocation
Also known as: complex knee dislocation reconstruction
Surgical management of a knee dislocation with complex reconstruction including multiple ligament repairs, capsular reconstruction, and bone procedures.
In Plain Language
major surgical repair of a dislocated knee
Clinical Context
Used for complex knee dislocations with multiple structure injuries requiring extensive surgical reconstruction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 15.50 |
| Total RVU | 15.50 |
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 15.50, this code ranks in the 74th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.9x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27557?
CPT 27557 (Treat knee dislocation) is a Surgery code. Surgical management of a knee dislocation with complex reconstruction including multiple ligament repairs, capsular reconstruction, and bone procedures.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27557?
The work RVU for CPT 27557 is 15.50. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27557 used?
Used for complex knee dislocations with multiple structure injuries requiring extensive surgical reconstruction.
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