26433 Repair finger tendon
Also known as: Finger tendon repair variant, Alternative repair technique, Specialized finger repair
Surgical repair of a finger tendon in an alternative anatomic location or using a different repair technique than code 26432, allowing for reporting of variant repair scenarios.
In Plain Language
Finger tendon repair using different surgical technique; Specialized method to repair finger tendon
Clinical Context
Used for primary repair of finger tendons when the specific anatomic pattern or technique differs from standard 26432 scenarios, allowing appropriate code selection.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.58 |
| Total RVU | 4.58 |
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 4.58, this code ranks in the 31st percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 26433?
CPT 26433 (Repair finger tendon) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair of a finger tendon in an alternative anatomic location or using a different repair technique than code 26432, allowing for reporting of variant repair scenarios.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 26433?
The work RVU for CPT 26433 is 4.58. This code is primarily used by Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Microsurgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 26433 used?
Used for primary repair of finger tendons when the specific anatomic pattern or technique differs from standard 26432 scenarios, allowing appropriate code selection.
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