27886 Amputation follow-up surgery
Also known as: revision amputation with flap, amputation revision major, re-amputation with reconstruction
Re-amputation or revision of amputation site with more extensive soft tissue reconstruction. This secondary procedure revises a lower leg amputation with additional soft tissue flap coverage or higher level revision.
Clinical Context
Indicated when prior amputation has significant complications requiring flap reconstruction, skin grafting, or higher level revision. Often addresses inadequate initial coverage or infection refractory to simple revision.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.77 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 5.89 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.36 |
| Total RVU | 18.02 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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