27615 Resection leg/ankle tumor < 5 centimeters
Also known as: tumor resection lower leg, soft tissue tumor removal <5 cm
Surgical resection of soft tissue tumor or mass less than 5 centimeters in the lower leg or ankle with en bloc removal and closure.
In Plain Language
removal of lump in lower leg; tumor removal from calf
Clinical Context
Performed for lipomas, cysts, hemangiomas, or other benign and malignant soft tissue neoplasms. Resection approach and size are primary differentiators.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 15.33 |
| Total RVU | 15.33 |
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 15.33, this code ranks in the 74th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.9x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27615?
CPT 27615 (Resection leg/ankle tumor < 5 centimeters) is a Surgery code. Surgical resection of soft tissue tumor or mass less than 5 centimeters in the lower leg or ankle with en bloc removal and closure.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27615?
The work RVU for CPT 27615 is 15.33. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27615 used?
Performed for lipomas, cysts, hemangiomas, or other benign and malignant soft tissue neoplasms. Resection approach and size are primary differentiators.
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