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.
In Plain Language
Surgical cut in a finger to improve movement; Incision of finger tissue for contracture
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 |
| Total RVU | 3.67 |
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 3.67, this code ranks in the 25th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.2x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 26455?
CPT 26455 (Incision of finger tendon) is a Surgery code. Surgical incision of the fascia and tendons of a finger to address contracture, improve motion, or allow tissue manipulation in a single digit.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 26455?
The work RVU for CPT 26455 is 3.67. This code is primarily used by Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 26455 used?
Indicated for contracture of a single finger or when limited incision is sufficient for treating finger contracture or allowing manipulation.
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