26117 Radiation resection hand tumor < 3 centimeters
Also known as: radical hand tumor resection, wide excision hand malignancy
Radical resection (wide excision) of hand tumor, less than 3 centimeters.
In Plain Language
wide surgical removal of hand tumor; cancer removal from hand
Clinical Context
Used for radical resection of malignant or high-grade hand tumors less than 3 cm with adequate margins.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.88 |
| Total RVU | 9.88 |
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 9.88, this code ranks in the 58th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 26117?
CPT 26117 (Radiation resection hand tumor < 3 centimeters) is a Surgery code. Radical resection (wide excision) of hand tumor, less than 3 centimeters.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 26117?
The work RVU for CPT 26117 is 9.88. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery, Surgical Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 26117 used?
Used for radical resection of malignant or high-grade hand tumors less than 3 cm with adequate margins.
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