27607 Treat lower leg bone lesion
Also known as: lower leg bone lesion treatment, tibia excision, bone cyst treatment
Surgical treatment of a bone lesion in the lower leg (tibia or fibula) including excision, curettage, or bone graft for tumor, cyst, or defect.
In Plain Language
treating a bone lesion or tumor in the lower leg
Clinical Context
Used for osteochondromas, cysts, benign tumors, or bone defects in tibia or fibula requiring surgical treatment.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.40 |
| Total RVU | 8.40 |
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 8.40, this code ranks in the 52nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27607?
CPT 27607 (Treat lower leg bone lesion) is a Surgery code. Surgical treatment of a bone lesion in the lower leg (tibia or fibula) including excision, curettage, or bone graft for tumor, cyst, or defect.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27607?
The work RVU for CPT 27607 is 8.40. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27607 used?
Used for osteochondromas, cysts, benign tumors, or bone defects in tibia or fibula requiring surgical treatment.
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