27675 Repair lower leg tendons
Also known as: multiple tendon repair, tendon transfer lower leg
Surgical repair of multiple tendons in the lower leg from different compartments with rerouting or transfer.
In Plain Language
repair of multiple leg tendons
Clinical Context
Performed for complex tendon injuries involving multiple compartments or for functional restoration through tendon transfer procedures.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.17 |
| Total RVU | 7.17 |
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 7.17, this code ranks in the 46th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27675?
CPT 27675 (Repair lower leg tendons) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair of multiple tendons in the lower leg from different compartments with rerouting or transfer.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27675?
The work RVU for CPT 27675 is 7.17. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Podiatric Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27675 used?
Performed for complex tendon injuries involving multiple compartments or for functional restoration through tendon transfer procedures.
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