26590 Repair finger deformity
Also known as: Finger deformity repair, Digital reconstruction, Congenital correction
Surgical repair of a finger deformity, including correction of congenital or acquired abnormalities affecting finger anatomy, alignment, or function.
In Plain Language
Surgery to fix an abnormally shaped or positioned finger; Reconstruction of deformed finger
Clinical Context
Indicated for various finger deformities including congenital anomalies, post-traumatic deformity, or other conditions requiring comprehensive finger reconstruction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 18.20 |
| Total RVU | 18.20 |
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 18.20, this code ranks in the 79th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 26590?
CPT 26590 (Repair finger deformity) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair of a finger deformity, including correction of congenital or acquired abnormalities affecting finger anatomy, alignment, or function.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 26590?
The work RVU for CPT 26590 is 18.20. This code is primarily used by Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Plastic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 26590 used?
Indicated for various finger deformities including congenital anomalies, post-traumatic deformity, or other conditions requiring comprehensive finger reconstruction.
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