26412 Repair/graft hand tendon
Also known as: Hand tendon repair with graft, Tendon graft, Autograft repair
Surgical repair and grafting of a hand tendon with graft material placed to bridge defects, augment repair, or restore adequate length when primary repair is not feasible.
In Plain Language
Fixing a hand tendon with added tissue material; Tendon repair that includes tissue graft
Clinical Context
Indicated when primary repair is impossible due to tissue loss, infection, or retraction. May be performed at initial injury or during delayed repair after infection resolution.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.32 |
| Total RVU | 6.32 |
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 6.32, this code ranks in the 42nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 26412?
CPT 26412 (Repair/graft hand tendon) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair and grafting of a hand tendon with graft material placed to bridge defects, augment repair, or restore adequate length when primary repair is not feasible.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 26412?
The work RVU for CPT 26412 is 6.32. This code is primarily used by Hand Surgery, Microsurgery, Orthopedic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 26412 used?
Indicated when primary repair is impossible due to tissue loss, infection, or retraction. May be performed at initial injury or during delayed repair after infection resolution.
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