25300 Fusion of tendons at wrist
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: tenodesis, wrist tenodesis
Fusion (arthrodesis) of wrist tendons to improve hand position and function, often performed in paralyzed hand reconstruction.
Clinical Context
Commonly used in tetraplegic (C5-C6) patients to restore grasp function by fusing flexor tendons to radius or carpal bones.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.79 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.99 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.87 |
| Total RVU | 19.65 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$656.31
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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