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27596 Amputation follow-up surgery

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: stump revision, amputation revision, prosthetic preparation

Surgical revision of an amputation stump including tissue reconstruction, scar revision, or implant removal to improve prosthetic fitting and function.

Clinical Context

Used for prosthetic fitting problems, painful neuromas, skin grafting needs, or inadequate residual limb shape.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU11.01
Practice Expense RVU6.11
Malpractice RVU2.64
Total RVU19.76

Est. Medicare Payment

$659.98

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryPlastic SurgeryProsthetics

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.