26460 Incise hand/finger tendon
Also known as: Hand/finger fasciotomy, Limited fascial incision, Contracture incision
Surgical incision of the fascia and tendons of the hand or finger to address contracture or improve motion, typically a limited procedure for specific contracture management.
In Plain Language
Surgical cut in the hand or finger to improve function; Incision for hand contracture management
Clinical Context
Performed for contracture affecting hand or finger structures when limited incision approach is appropriate for addressing the contracture.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.49 |
| Total RVU | 3.49 |
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 3.49, this code ranks in the 25th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 26460?
CPT 26460 (Incise hand/finger tendon) is a Surgery code. Surgical incision of the fascia and tendons of the hand or finger to address contracture or improve motion, typically a limited procedure for specific contracture management.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 26460?
The work RVU for CPT 26460 is 3.49. This code is primarily used by Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 26460 used?
Performed for contracture affecting hand or finger structures when limited incision approach is appropriate for addressing the contracture.
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