27594 Amputation follow-up surgery
Also known as: amputation revision, amputation closure, stump revision
Surgical revision or secondary closure of an amputation site including wound management, tissue reconstruction, or prosthetic fitting preparation.
In Plain Language
revising or improving an amputation site
Clinical Context
Used for complications following amputation including poor healing, infection, or inadequate residual limb shaping.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.11 |
| Total RVU | 7.11 |
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 7.11, this code ranks in the 46th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27594?
CPT 27594 (Amputation follow-up surgery) is a Surgery code. Surgical revision or secondary closure of an amputation site including wound management, tissue reconstruction, or prosthetic fitting preparation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27594?
The work RVU for CPT 27594 is 7.11. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Plastic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27594 used?
Used for complications following amputation including poor healing, infection, or inadequate residual limb shaping.
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