27613 Biopsy lower leg soft tissue
Also known as: lower leg soft tissue biopsy, percutaneous biopsy
Percutaneous needle or tissue biopsy of soft tissue structures in the lower leg with minimal tissue disruption, typically for diagnostic purposes.
In Plain Language
tissue sample from lower leg; needle biopsy of calf
Clinical Context
Used to diagnose infections, inflammatory conditions, tumors, or unidentified masses in lower leg soft tissue. Minimal global period indicates outpatient procedure.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.16 |
| Total RVU | 2.16 |
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 10-day global period — follow-up visits within 10 days of the procedure are included in the reimbursement. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 2.16, this code ranks in the 15th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27613?
CPT 27613 (Biopsy lower leg soft tissue) is a Surgery code. Percutaneous needle or tissue biopsy of soft tissue structures in the lower leg with minimal tissue disruption, typically for diagnostic purposes.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27613?
The work RVU for CPT 27613 is 2.16. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 27613 used?
Used to diagnose infections, inflammatory conditions, tumors, or unidentified masses in lower leg soft tissue. Minimal global period indicates outpatient procedure.
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