27604 Drainage lower leg bursa
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: bursa drainage, bursectomy, bursal excision
Surgical drainage or excision of a bursa of the lower leg including resection of bursal sac and contents.
Clinical Context
Used for symptomatic bursitis, recurrent bursa inflammation, or bursal cysts in lower leg requiring surgical intervention.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.48 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.00 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.82 |
| Total RVU | 14.30 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$477.62
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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