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25431 Repair nonunion carpal bone

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: carpal nonunion repair

Repair of nonunion of a carpal (wrist) bone with internal fixation and/or bone grafting.

Clinical Context

Indicated for symptomatic carpal nonunion, particularly scaphoid nonunion. Multiple techniques available.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU10.62
Practice Expense RVU9.24
Malpractice RVU2.26
Total RVU22.12

Est. Medicare Payment

$738.81

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Hand SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery

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