26862 Fusion/graft of finger joint
Also known as: DIP fusion with graft, PIP fusion with graft, finger joint fusion
Surgical fusion of an interphalangeal joint of a finger with autogenous bone graft to enhance bony union and heal difficult cases.
In Plain Language
fusing finger joint with bone graft; finger joint surgery with bone material
Clinical Context
Indicated for interphalangeal joint fusion requiring bone graft supplementation in complex cases, revision surgery, or when primary fusion fails.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.37 |
| Total RVU | 7.37 |
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 7.37, this code ranks in the 47th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 26862?
CPT 26862 (Fusion/graft of finger joint) is a Surgery code. Surgical fusion of an interphalangeal joint of a finger with autogenous bone graft to enhance bony union and heal difficult cases.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 26862?
The work RVU for CPT 26862 is 7.37. This code is primarily used by Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 26862 used?
Indicated for interphalangeal joint fusion requiring bone graft supplementation in complex cases, revision surgery, or when primary fusion fails.
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