27635 Remove lower leg bone lesion
Also known as: bone lesion excision, bone tumor removal
Surgical removal or excision of bone lesion or tumor from the tibia, fibula, or tarsal bones without bone grafting.
In Plain Language
removal of lesion from leg bone
Clinical Context
Indicated for benign bone lesions, osteochondromas, or cystic lesions. Performed when lesion removal alone is sufficient without reconstruction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.83 |
| Total RVU | 7.83 |
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 7.83, this code ranks in the 49th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27635?
CPT 27635 (Remove lower leg bone lesion) is a Surgery code. Surgical removal or excision of bone lesion or tumor from the tibia, fibula, or tarsal bones without bone grafting.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27635?
The work RVU for CPT 27635 is 7.83. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27635 used?
Indicated for benign bone lesions, osteochondromas, or cystic lesions. Performed when lesion removal alone is sufficient without reconstruction.
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