26483 Transplant/graft hand tendon
Also known as: Tendon transfer with graft, Tendon transplant and graft, Combined transfer and graft
Surgical transplantation of a tendon with concurrent grafting to address deficiency, length mismatch, or to provide optimal positioning for functional restoration in the hand.
In Plain Language
Moving a tendon and adding graft material for better results; Tendon transplant with tissue graft
Clinical Context
Performed when tendon transfer requires additional graft material due to length mismatch, gap, or when dual-component reconstruction is needed.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.27 |
| Total RVU | 8.27 |
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 8.27, this code ranks in the 51st percentile among Surgery codes — 1.0x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 26483?
CPT 26483 (Transplant/graft hand tendon) is a Surgery code. Surgical transplantation of a tendon with concurrent grafting to address deficiency, length mismatch, or to provide optimal positioning for functional restoration in the hand.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 26483?
The work RVU for CPT 26483 is 8.27. This code is primarily used by Hand Surgery, Microsurgery, Orthopedic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 26483 used?
Performed when tendon transfer requires additional graft material due to length mismatch, gap, or when dual-component reconstruction is needed.
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