26540 Repair hand joint
Also known as: Hand joint repair, Joint reconstruction, Ligament repair
Surgical repair of a hand joint, typically addressing ligamentous injury, cartilage damage, or joint instability through primary repair or reconstruction.
Clinical Context
Indicated for acute hand joint injuries with ligamentous damage, dislocation with instability, or other joint pathology requiring primary repair.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.44 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 12.66 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.24 |
| Total RVU | 20.34 |
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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