CPT 27078 describes the radical resection of a tumor located at the ischial tuberosity and greater trochanter of the femur. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code 27078? CPT 27078 can be used to describe the radical…
CPT 27066 describes the excision of a deep bone cyst or benign tumor from specific areas of the pelvis and hip joint, including the wing of the ilium, symphysis pubis, or greater trochanter of the femur. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing…
CPT 27067 describes the excision of a bone cyst or benign tumor from specific areas of the pelvis and hip joint, along with the use of an autograft obtained from another part of the patient’s body through a separate incision. This article will provide an overview of CPT code 27067, including its official description, the…
CPT 27070 describes the partial excision of a specific area of the pelvis and hip joint, such as the wing of ilium, symphysis pubis, or greater trochanter of the femur. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code…
CPT 27071 describes the procedure of deep partial excision of a portion of the wing of the ilium, symphysis pubis, or greater trochanter of the femur. This article will cover the description, official description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code 27071? CPT…
CPT 27075 describes the radical resection of a tumor involving the wing of ilium, one pubic or ischial ramus, or symphysis pubis. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code 27075? CPT 27075 can be used to describe…
CPT 27057 describes a procedure known as decompression fasciotomy, specifically in the pelvic (buttock) compartment. This article will cover the description, official details, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code 27057? CPT 27057 is used to report the decompression fasciotomy procedure performed in…
CPT 27059 describes the extensive surgical removal of a soft tissue tumor and surrounding tissues of the pelvis and hip area, measuring 5cm or more. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code 27059? CPT 27059 can be…
CPT 27060 describes the excision of the ischial bursa, a fluid-filled sac located at the base of the pelvis near the ischial tuberosity. This article will provide an overview of CPT code 27060, including its official description, the procedure involved, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, and examples. 1. What is…
CPT 27062 describes the surgical excision of the trochanteric bursa, a fluid-filled sac located on the outer side of the hip at the level of the greater trochanter. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code 27062? CPT…
