26455 Incision of finger tendon
Also known as: Finger fasciotomy, Finger incision, Limited finger release
Surgical incision of the fascia and tendons of a finger to address contracture, improve motion, or allow tissue manipulation in a single digit.
Clinical Context
Indicated for contracture of a single finger or when limited incision is sufficient for treating finger contracture or allowing manipulation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.67 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.38 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.69 |
| Total RVU | 13.74 |
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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