CPT^® 27616, Under Excision Procedures on the Leg (Tibia and Fibula) and Ankle Joint

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 27616 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Excision Procedures on the Leg (Tibia and Fibula) and Ankle Joint.

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Use this code for extensive surgical removal of a soft tissue tumor and surrounding tissues of the leg or ankle area, measuring 5 cm or more.

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