25426 Repair/graft radius & ulna
Also known as: both-bone ORIF with graft
Repair of both the radius and ulna with open reduction, internal fixation, and bone grafting.
In Plain Language
surgically fixing both bones with grafting
Clinical Context
Used for displaced both-bone fractures with comminution or bone loss.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 16.04 |
| Total RVU | 16.04 |
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 16.04, this code ranks in the 75th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.0x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 25426?
CPT 25426 (Repair/graft radius & ulna) is a Surgery code. Repair of both the radius and ulna with open reduction, internal fixation, and bone grafting.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 25426?
The work RVU for CPT 25426 is 16.04. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 25426 used?
Used for displaced both-bone fractures with comminution or bone loss.
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