25820 Arthrd wrist lmtd without bone grf
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: limited wrist fusion, partial wrist arthrodesis
Arthrodesis (surgical fusion) of the wrist joint, limited fusion (partial) without bone graft.
Clinical Context
Used for partial or limited wrist fusion (radiocarpal only or midcarpal only) when full wrist arthrodesis is not required. Preserves some wrist motion.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.45 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.52 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.45 |
| Total RVU | 18.42 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$615.23
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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