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.
In Plain Language
major revision of amputation site; amputation redo with skin coverage
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 |
| Total RVU | 9.77 |
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 9.77, this code ranks in the 58th 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 27886?
CPT 27886 (Amputation follow-up surgery) is a Surgery code. 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.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27886?
The work RVU for CPT 27886 is 9.77. This code is primarily used by orthopedic surgery, plastic surgery, vascular surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27886 used?
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.
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