26615 Treat metacarpal fracture
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 RVU | 6.89 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.18 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.33 |
| Total RVU | 16.40 |
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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