26356 Repair finger/hand tendon
Also known as: Combined tendon repair, Flexor-extensor repair, Dual tendon repair
Surgical repair of flexor and extensor tendons of the finger or hand, including both the flexor and extensor systems in the same digit. This procedure addresses concurrent damage to multiple tendon systems.
Clinical Context
Performed when both flexor and extensor tendons are damaged, as may occur with crush injuries, mangling injuries, or severe lacerations crossing through multiple anatomic zones.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.32 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 11.45 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.79 |
| Total RVU | 22.56 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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