25274 Repair forearm tendon/muscle
Also known as: multi-digit flexor repair
Repair of flexor tendon(s) with restoration of multiple digit flexion (two or more fingers).
In Plain Language
repairing tendons for multiple fingers
Clinical Context
Indicated for injuries affecting multiple flexor tendons in the forearm, such as cuts proximal to the wrist.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.72 |
| Total RVU | 8.72 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 8.72, this code ranks in the 53rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 25274?
CPT 25274 (Repair forearm tendon/muscle) is a Surgery code. Repair of flexor tendon(s) with restoration of multiple digit flexion (two or more fingers).
What is the wRVU value for CPT 25274?
The work RVU for CPT 25274 is 8.72. This code is primarily used by Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 25274 used?
Indicated for injuries affecting multiple flexor tendons in the forearm, such as cuts proximal to the wrist.
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