27598 Amputate lower leg at knee
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: through-knee amputation, knee disarticulation
Surgical amputation of the lower extremity at the knee joint level (through-knee amputation or knee disarticulation) preserving femoral length.
Clinical Context
Used for lower leg loss from trauma, infection, or vascular disease. Preserves femoral length for prosthetics.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.94 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 5.71 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.67 |
| Total RVU | 19.32 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$645.29
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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