26352 Repair/graft hand tendon
Also known as: Tendon repair with graft, Tendon graft repair, Autograft tendon repair
Surgical repair and grafting of a tendon in the hand, used when a tendon is too damaged or shortened for simple primary repair. Involves placement of tendon graft material to bridge the gap or reinforce the repair.
In Plain Language
Fixing a tendon with added tissue graft material; Repairing a tendon with tissue from elsewhere to strengthen it
Clinical Context
Used when direct tendon repair is impossible due to loss of substance, excessive scarring, or tension. Often performed after infection or significant trauma when tissue is compromised.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.67 |
| Total RVU | 7.67 |
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 7.67, 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 26352?
CPT 26352 (Repair/graft hand tendon) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair and grafting of a tendon in the hand, used when a tendon is too damaged or shortened for simple primary repair. Involves placement of tendon graft material to bridge the gap or reinforce the repair.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 26352?
The work RVU for CPT 26352 is 7.67. This code is primarily used by Hand Surgery, Microsurgery, Orthopedic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 26352 used?
Used when direct tendon repair is impossible due to loss of substance, excessive scarring, or tension. Often performed after infection or significant trauma when tissue is compromised.
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