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26037 Decompress fingers/hand

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: single finger decompression, compartment release hand

Decompression (surgical decompression) of single finger or hand compartment, limited decompression.

Clinical Context

Used for limited decompression of single compartment or finger space, such as in digital nerve compression or compartment syndrome.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU7.38
Practice Expense RVU6.96
Malpractice RVU1.44
Total RVU15.78

Est. Medicare Payment

$527.05

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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