26432 Repair finger tendon
Also known as: Single finger tendon repair, Primary finger repair, Finger tendon closure
Surgical repair of a finger tendon, typically referring to a single flexor or extensor tendon repair with direct primary approximation in a finger digit.
Clinical Context
Performed for laceration or rupture of a single finger tendon from trauma. Used when tissue ends are clean and can be approximated without significant tension.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.06 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 11.40 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.79 |
| Total RVU | 16.25 |
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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