25394 Repair carpal bone shorten
Also known as: carpal bone shortening, carpal osteotomy
Repair of a carpal (wrist) bone by shortening or realignment through osteotomy to improve alignment.
In Plain Language
adjusting carpal bone length
Clinical Context
Performed for carpal bone length discrepancies or malalignment affecting wrist mechanics.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.58 |
| Total RVU | 10.58 |
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 10.58, this code ranks in the 61st percentile among Surgery codes — 1.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 25394?
CPT 25394 (Repair carpal bone shorten) is a Surgery code. Repair of a carpal (wrist) bone by shortening or realignment through osteotomy to improve alignment.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 25394?
The work RVU for CPT 25394 is 10.58. This code is primarily used by Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 25394 used?
Performed for carpal bone length discrepancies or malalignment affecting wrist mechanics.
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