CPT 27347
Remove knee cyst
CPT 27347 at a glance
- Code
- 27347
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Remove knee cyst
- Category
- ASC Surgical
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (surgical)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
- Medicare ASC rate
- $1,644.87 national · 2026Q2
What is CPT code 27347?
CPT 27347 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code. Its official short descriptor is "Remove knee cyst". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Surgical.
Is CPT 27347 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 27347 can be performed in a certified ambulatory surgery center.
Where is CPT 27347 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is the Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 27347?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 27347 is $1,644.87 (CMS ASC Payment System, 2026Q2). This is the national, unadjusted amount published by CMS; the amount an individual ambulatory surgery center is paid is adjusted for local wage index and may differ. It reflects Medicare's facility payment only and does not include the surgeon's professional fee.
Which specialties use CPT 27347?
CPT 27347 is most associated with General Surgery, Ortho – Adult Reconstructive, Orthopaedic Surgery.
Reference information about ASC eligibility and typical procedure setting. Codes, descriptors, and ASC-eligibility status change over time. This is a coding reference, not billing, coding, or legal advice. Always verify against current guidance and individual payer policy before scheduling or billing. CPT is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association.