26580 Repair cleft hand
Also known as: Cleft hand repair, Central defect repair, Congenital cleft reconstruction
Surgical repair of cleft hand, a congenital anomaly with central ray deficiency, performed to improve function and appearance through reconstruction of missing or underdeveloped structures.
In Plain Language
Surgery to fix a cleft or split hand; Repair of a hand born with a central split
Clinical Context
Indicated for congenital cleft hand with central ray deficiency, typically performed in childhood to optimize hand function and appearance.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 19.26 |
| Total RVU | 19.26 |
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 19.26, this code ranks in the 81st percentile among Surgery codes — 2.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 26580?
CPT 26580 (Repair cleft hand) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair of cleft hand, a congenital anomaly with central ray deficiency, performed to improve function and appearance through reconstruction of missing or underdeveloped structures.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 26580?
The work RVU for CPT 26580 is 19.26. This code is primarily used by Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Plastic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 26580 used?
Indicated for congenital cleft hand with central ray deficiency, typically performed in childhood to optimize hand function and appearance.
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