26205 Remove/graft bone lesion
Also known as: bone lesion removal with graft, hand bone excision with reconstruction
Removal (excision) of hand bone lesion with bone graft repair.
In Plain Language
removal of bone disease with bone repair; bone defect reconstruction
Clinical Context
Used for excision of hand bone lesions requiring bone graft to fill defect or repair.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.73 |
| Total RVU | 7.73 |
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 7.73, this code ranks in the 49th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 26205?
CPT 26205 (Remove/graft bone lesion) is a Surgery code. Removal (excision) of hand bone lesion with bone graft repair.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 26205?
The work RVU for CPT 26205 is 7.73. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 26205 used?
Used for excision of hand bone lesions requiring bone graft to fill defect or repair.
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