26676 Pin hand dislocation
Also known as: Hand dislocation pinning, Percutaneous fixation, Closed reduction with pinning
Closed treatment of a hand joint dislocation with percutaneous pinning or fixation, performed to maintain reduction after manipulation when closed reduction alone is insufficient.
In Plain Language
Setting a dislocated hand joint with surgical pins to hold it; Pinning a hand joint dislocation
Clinical Context
Indicated for hand joint dislocations where closed reduction is achieved but immobilization alone cannot maintain alignment, requiring percutaneous pin fixation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.60 |
| Total RVU | 5.60 |
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 5.60, this code ranks in the 37th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 26676?
CPT 26676 (Pin hand dislocation) is a Surgery code. Closed treatment of a hand joint dislocation with percutaneous pinning or fixation, performed to maintain reduction after manipulation when closed reduction alone is insufficient.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 26676?
The work RVU for CPT 26676 is 5.60. This code is primarily used by Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Emergency Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 26676 used?
Indicated for hand joint dislocations where closed reduction is achieved but immobilization alone cannot maintain alignment, requiring percutaneous pin fixation.
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