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26185 Remove finger bone

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: phalangeal excision, finger bone removal

Removal (excision) of finger bone (including base or entire bone).

Clinical Context

Used for excision of phalangeal bone in finger (proximal, middle, or distal phalanx), such as for arthritis, tumor, or severe injury.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU6.36
Practice Expense RVU8.69
Malpractice RVU1.34
Total RVU16.39

Est. Medicare Payment

$547.43

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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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.