26850 Fusion of knuckle
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: knuckle fusion, MCP fusion, finger joint arthrodesis
Surgical fusion of the metacarpophalangeal joint (knuckle) of a finger without bone graft using direct bone-to-bone apposition.
Clinical Context
Performed for metacarpophalangeal joint arthritis, chronic instability, or post-traumatic degenerative changes where fusion provides pain relief.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.96 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 12.87 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.32 |
| Total RVU | 21.15 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$706.41
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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