26861 Fusion of finger jnt add-on
Surgery
+Add-on
Also known as: additional DIP fusion, additional PIP fusion, add-on finger fusion
Surgical fusion of each additional interphalangeal joint of a finger as an add-on procedure to a primary fusion code.
Clinical Context
Performed when multiple interphalangeal joints require fusion during the same operative session, used in conjunction with primary fusion codes.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.70 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.56 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.34 |
| Total RVU | 2.60 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$86.84
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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