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26418 Repair finger tendon

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: Finger tendon repair, Single digit repair, Primary repair

Surgical repair of a finger tendon, typically referring to repair of flexor or extensor tendon of a single digit with primary approximation without graft material.

Clinical Context

Performed for laceration or rupture of finger flexor or extensor tendons from trauma or degenerative rupture. Used when tissue ends are clean and can be approximated without tension.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU4.36
Practice Expense RVU13.58
Malpractice RVU0.85
Total RVU18.79

Est. Medicare Payment

$627.59

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Hand SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryTrauma 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.