CPT^® 27496, Under Repair, Revision, and/or Reconstruction Procedures on the Femur (Thigh Region) and Knee Joint

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 27496 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Repair, Revision, and/or Reconstruction Procedures on the Femur (Thigh Region) and Knee Joint.

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In this procedure, the provider cuts into the fascia of any one compartment in the thigh and/or knee to relieve pressure and increase blood flow.

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Denial of cpt code 27496

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