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Last Verified: October 2026
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
Surgery On Dislocated Knee, Surgery To Repair A Dislocated Knee Joint. The Procedure May Involve Reshaping One Of The Leg Bones Or Holding The Knee Joint In Place With Pins Wires Or Screws.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System |
| Common Place of Service | 21 - Inpatient Hospital 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center |
| Common Modifiers | None LT - Left side of body RT - Right side of body |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 27832 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 27832 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 27832 by major payers:
$968.56
$978.93
$1,028.48
$1,210.54
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CPT 27832
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Victoria Ambulatory Surgery Center, Lp, The Surgery Center
Victoria Ambulatory Surgery Center Lp
$7,888.00Published rateAiden Center For Day Surgery LLC
$5,300.00Published rateMenlo Park Surgery Center, LLC.
Menlo Park Surgery Center LLC
$3,600.00Published rateLaurel Md Endoscopy Asc LLC, Ambulatory Endoscopy Center Of Maryland
Laurel Md Endoscopy Asc LLC
$2,252.00Published rateSouthwestern Eye Center Ltd, Southwestern Eye Center
Southwestern Eye Center, Ltd.
$1,064.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 27832 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The CPT 27832 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.
The CPT 27832 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 27828-CPT | High | Surgical Repair Of Broken Leg, Surgery To Repair A Break In The Weight-Bearing Portion Of One Or Both Bones In The Lower Leg (Tibia Or Fibula). Pins Wires Screws Or Plates May Be Used To Hold The Bones In Place. |
| 27830-CPT | Moderate | Realign Dislocated Knee, Treatment Of A Dislocated Knee By Manually Moving The Bones Back Into Place. A Brace Or Splint Is Applied. |
| 27831-CPT | Moderate | Closed Treatmn Of Proxim Tibiofibular Joint Lengthen; Requir, Closed Treatment Of Proximal Tibiofibular Joint Dislocation; Requiring |
| 27832-CPT | Moderate | Surgery On Dislocated Knee, Surgery To Repair A Dislocated Knee Joint. The Procedure May Involve Reshaping One Of The Leg Bones Or Holding The Knee Joint In Place With Pins Wires Or Screws. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 27832. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 27832 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Private Insurance Rates
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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