27648 Injection for ankle x-ray
Also known as: ankle arthrography, ankle joint injection
Injection of contrast medium into the ankle joint under fluoroscopic guidance for arthrographic visualization.
In Plain Language
dye injection in ankle for x-rays
Clinical Context
Diagnostic procedure performed to visualize ankle joint anatomy, cartilage, and ligaments. Largely replaced by MRI but still used in specific cases.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.94 |
| Total RVU | 0.94 |
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 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.94, this code ranks in the 4th percentile among Surgery codes — 8.5x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27648?
CPT 27648 (Injection for ankle x-ray) is a Surgery code. Injection of contrast medium into the ankle joint under fluoroscopic guidance for arthrographic visualization.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27648?
The work RVU for CPT 27648 is 0.94. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Radiology.
When is CPT 27648 used?
Diagnostic procedure performed to visualize ankle joint anatomy, cartilage, and ligaments. Largely replaced by MRI but still used in specific cases.
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