25300 Fusion of tendons at wrist
Also known as: tenodesis, wrist tenodesis
Fusion (arthrodesis) of wrist tendons to improve hand position and function, often performed in paralyzed hand reconstruction.
In Plain Language
attaching tendons to improve hand position
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 |
| Total RVU | 8.79 |
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 8.79, this code ranks in the 54th 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 25300?
CPT 25300 (Fusion of tendons at wrist) is a Surgery code. Fusion (arthrodesis) of wrist tendons to improve hand position and function, often performed in paralyzed hand reconstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 25300?
The work RVU for CPT 25300 is 8.79. This code is primarily used by Hand Surgery, Spinal Cord Injury Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 25300 used?
Commonly used in tetraplegic (C5-C6) patients to restore grasp function by fusing flexor tendons to radius or carpal bones.
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