CPT^® 27364, Under Excision Procedures on the Femur (Thigh Region) and Knee Joint

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 27364 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Excision Procedures on the Femur (Thigh Region) and Knee Joint.

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You'll use this code for extensive surgical removal of a soft tissue tumor and surrounding tissues of the thigh or knee area, measuring 5cm or more.

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