27619 excision leg/ankle tumor deep <5 centimeters
Also known as: deep lesion excision, soft tissue excision deep <5 cm
Excision of deep soft tissue lesion or tumor less than 5 centimeters in the lower leg or ankle, requiring deeper tissue plane dissection.
In Plain Language
removal of deep lump in lower leg
Clinical Context
Performed for deeper-seated lesions in muscle, fascia, or within compartments. Requires more extensive dissection than superficial excision.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.74 |
| Total RVU | 6.74 |
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 6.74, this code ranks in the 44th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27619?
CPT 27619 (excision leg/ankle tumor deep <5 centimeters) is a Surgery code. Excision of deep soft tissue lesion or tumor less than 5 centimeters in the lower leg or ankle, requiring deeper tissue plane dissection.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27619?
The work RVU for CPT 27619 is 6.74. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27619 used?
Performed for deeper-seated lesions in muscle, fascia, or within compartments. Requires more extensive dissection than superficial excision.
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