CPT 27424
Revision/removal of kneecap
CPT 27424 at a glance
- Code
- 27424
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Revision/removal of kneecap
- Category
- ASC Surgical
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (surgical)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
- Medicare ASC rate
- $3,695.53 national · 2026Q2
What is CPT code 27424?
CPT 27424 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code. Its official short descriptor is "Revision/removal of kneecap". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Surgical.
Is CPT 27424 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 27424 can be performed in a certified ambulatory surgery center.
Where is CPT 27424 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is the Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 27424?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 27424 is $3,695.53 (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 27424?
CPT 27424 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.