25280 Revise wrist/forearm tendon
Also known as: tendon revision, tendon re-repair
Revision of a previous wrist or forearm tendon repair to improve function, address repair failure, or restore motion.
In Plain Language
fixing previous tendon repair
Clinical Context
Indicated for failed primary repair, inadequate motion, adhesions, or poor functional outcome from previous tendon surgery.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.21 |
| Total RVU | 7.21 |
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 7.21, this code ranks in the 46th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 25280?
CPT 25280 (Revise wrist/forearm tendon) is a Surgery code. Revision of a previous wrist or forearm tendon repair to improve function, address repair failure, or restore motion.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 25280?
The work RVU for CPT 25280 is 7.21. This code is primarily used by Hand Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 25280 used?
Indicated for failed primary repair, inadequate motion, adhesions, or poor functional outcome from previous tendon surgery.
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