26170 Removal of palm tendon each
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: palm tendon excision, tendon removal palm
Removal (excision) of palm tendon, each tendon.
Clinical Context
Used for removal of diseased or damaged palm tendons (flexor or intrinsic), one per code.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.79 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.02 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.92 |
| Total RVU | 11.73 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$391.78
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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