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25800 Arthrd wrist complete wo grf

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: wrist fusion without graft, wrist arthrodesis

Arthrodesis (surgical fusion) of the wrist joint performed completely without bone graft material.

Clinical Context

Used for advanced wrist arthritis, post-traumatic arthritis, or chronic instability where joint fusion is desired. Performed when adequate bone contact surfaces exist without requiring graft material.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU9.82
Practice Expense RVU8.46
Malpractice RVU1.88
Total RVU20.16

Est. Medicare Payment

$673.34

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

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryHand Surgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.