26426 Repair finger/hand tendon
Also known as: Mid-palmar repair, Palmar approach repair, Mid-palmar tendon repair
Surgical repair of a finger or hand tendon using a palmar or mid-palmar approach, typically referring to repair of flexor or extensor systems through specialized exposure.
Clinical Context
Performed for tendon injuries requiring access through the palm, particularly useful for lacerations involving multiple zones or complex anatomic patterns.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.16 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.92 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.17 |
| Total RVU | 14.25 |
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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