27740 Repair of leg epiphyses
Also known as: lower leg epiphysis repair, leg physeal repair
Surgical repair of lower leg epiphyseal separation or fracture with internal fixation for restoration of alignment.
In Plain Language
repair of leg bone growth plate
Clinical Context
Performed for epiphyseal injuries of tibia or fibula preventing normal growth. May include supplemental fixation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.37 |
| Total RVU | 9.37 |
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 9.37, 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 27740?
CPT 27740 (Repair of leg epiphyses) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair of lower leg epiphyseal separation or fracture with internal fixation for restoration of alignment.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27740?
The work RVU for CPT 27740 is 9.37. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Pediatric Orthopedics. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27740 used?
Performed for epiphyseal injuries of tibia or fibula preventing normal growth. May include supplemental fixation.
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