26116 excision hand tumor deep < 1.5 centimeters
Also known as: small deep hand tumor removal, small intramuscular lesion excision
Excision (removal) of hand tumor, deep (intramuscular or bone), less than 1.5 centimeters.
In Plain Language
removal of small deep tumor from hand; small deep mass removal
Clinical Context
Used for excision of benign deep hand lesions less than 1.5 cm.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.57 |
| Total RVU | 6.57 |
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 6.57, this code ranks in the 43rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 26116?
CPT 26116 (excision hand tumor deep < 1.5 centimeters) is a Surgery code. Excision (removal) of hand tumor, deep (intramuscular or bone), less than 1.5 centimeters.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 26116?
The work RVU for CPT 26116 is 6.57. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 26116 used?
Used for excision of benign deep hand lesions less than 1.5 cm.
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