20924 Removal of tendon for graft
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: tendon graft harvest, tendon autograft
Removal of tendon for use as an autogenous graft for tendon reconstruction.
Clinical Context
Used when autogenous tendon graft is needed for tendon reconstruction or repair; commonly uses palmaris longus or other expendable tendons.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.51 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.33 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.23 |
| Total RVU | 14.07 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$469.94
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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