Summary & Overview
CPT 27062: Excision of Trochanteric Bursa
CPT code 27062 identifies the surgical excision of the trochanteric bursa, a targeted procedure to remove inflamed bursal tissue at the greater trochanter of the hip. Nationally, this code captures a focused orthopedic or general surgical intervention used when conservative treatments for lateral hip pain fail. Accurate coding matters for clinical documentation, operative reporting, and correct claims processing for ambulatory surgical centers and hospital-based settings.
Key payers covered in this analysis include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find a concise overview of the clinical context for using CPT code 27062, typical sites of service, and the components of billing relevant to procedural coding. The publication also outlines common modifiers associated with surgical procedures when applicable and notes where input data was not available.
The report is designed to help coding staff, clinicians, and revenue cycle professionals understand when CPT code 27062 is used, the clinical rationale for excision of the trochanteric bursa, and what to expect in payer coverage considerations at a national level. Data not available in the input is clearly identified where relevant.
Billing Code Overview
CPT code 27062 describes the surgical excision of the trochanteric bursa, a fluid-filled sac located at the outer aspect of the hip over the greater trochanter. The procedure involves removal of inflamed or symptomatic bursal tissue to relieve lateral hip pain and mechanical irritation.
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Service type: Surgical procedure — open or limited excision of bursal tissue around the greater trochanter
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Typical site of service: Hospital operating room or ambulatory surgery center (orthopedic or general surgery service)
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Clinical & Coding Specifications
Clinical Context
A 54-year-old ambulatory patient presents with persistent lateral hip pain refractory to conservative care, including activity modification, physical therapy, corticosteroid injections, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Imaging (MRI or ultrasound) demonstrates chronic trochanteric bursitis with bursal thickening and no evidence of gluteus medius full-thickness tendon tear. The orthopedic surgeon elects to perform an open or endoscopic excision of the trochanteric bursa (CPT 27062) to remove inflamed bursal tissue and scar, relieve focal pain over the greater trochanter, and improve function.
Preoperative workflow includes history and physical, informed consent, review of prior imaging, perioperative medication reconciliation, and anesthesia evaluation. The procedure is typically performed in an ambulatory surgery center or hospital outpatient department under regional block or general anesthesia. Postoperative care includes wound care instructions, short course of analgesics, early protected weight bearing as tolerated, and outpatient physical therapy focusing on hip abductor strengthening and gait training. Follow-up visits assess wound healing, pain control, and functional recovery.
Coding Specifications
| Modifier | Description | When to Use |
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00 | No modifier (default) | Use when no specific modifier applies to the service. |