27700 Revision of ankle joint
Also known as: ankle revision, ankle joint revision
Surgical revision of ankle joint structures for correction of anatomic defects or failed previous reconstruction.
In Plain Language
redo of ankle surgery
Clinical Context
Performed to address residual instability, arthritis, or inadequate previous repair. May involve additional ligament repair or reconstruction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.42 |
| Total RVU | 9.42 |
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 9.42, this code ranks in the 56th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27700?
CPT 27700 (Revision of ankle joint) is a Surgery code. Surgical revision of ankle joint structures for correction of anatomic defects or failed previous reconstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27700?
The work RVU for CPT 27700 is 9.42. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Podiatric Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27700 used?
Performed to address residual instability, arthritis, or inadequate previous repair. May involve additional ligament repair or reconstruction.
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