Reporting New Osteotomy Codes (27458, 27713)

Why This Topic Matters

The article is relevant because new procedure codes can affect documentation review, charge capture, and coding workflows for orthopedic lengthening procedures. It also helps readers understand the broader CPT changes affecting long-bone reconstruction and the relationship between the new codes and related existing code families.

Article Sections

1. December 2025 pages 1-25

   Publication and page reference information for the article.

2. Femur (Thigh Region) and Knee Joint

   Discussion of the femur-related CPT section where one of the new musculoskeletal surgery codes is placed, along with surrounding code-family context.

3. Leg (Tibia and Fibula) and Ankle Joint

   Discussion of the tibia and fibula CPT section where the other new code is placed, along with surrounding code-family context.

4. Clinical Example (27458)

   A representative femoral clinical scenario illustrating the type of case addressed by the new code family.

5. Description of Procedure (27458)

   A procedural walkthrough associated with the femoral clinical example, presented to show the general operative setting and workflow.

6. Clinical Example (27713)

   A representative tibial clinical scenario illustrating the type of case addressed by the new code family.

7. Description of Procedure (27713)

   A procedural walkthrough associated with the tibial clinical example, presented to show the general operative setting and workflow.