CPT code 27380 represents primary repair of the infrapatellar tendon, an acute surgical procedure to restore continuity of the tendon that connects the patella to the tibia. This code captures early, definitive operative management of patellar tendon disruptions that impair the knee extensor mechanism. Nationally, accurate coding for this procedure matters for clinical tracking, resource planning, and appropriate payment for orthopedic surgical services provided in hospitals and ambulatory surgical centers.

Key payers included in this analysis are Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find a concise overview of the code’s clinical intent, typical places of service, and common billing considerations. The publication provides benchmarks where available, notes of relevant policy updates affecting inpatient and outpatient surgical claims, and context on documentation elements that support medical necessity for early tendon repair.

Clinicians, coding professionals, and policy analysts will gain an understanding of how CPT code 27380 is used, the clinical scenarios it represents, and the administrative issues that commonly arise with billing acute tendon repair procedures. Data not available in the input.