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26615 Treat metacarpal fracture

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: Complex metacarpal ORIF, Comminuted fracture fixation, Complex open treatment

Open treatment of a metacarpal bone fracture with internal fixation and surgical management of complex features such as comminution, intra-articular involvement, or associated soft tissue damage.

Clinical Context

Indicated for comminuted metacarpal fractures, fracture-dislocations, or fractures with associated soft tissue injury requiring comprehensive fixation.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU6.89
Practice Expense RVU8.18
Malpractice RVU1.33
Total RVU16.40

Est. Medicare Payment

$547.76

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Hand SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryTrauma Surgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.