26863 Fuse/graft added joint
Also known as: additional DIP fusion with graft, add-on finger fusion with graft, multiple joint fusion
Surgical fusion of each additional interphalangeal joint with autogenous bone graft as an add-on procedure to a primary fusion code.
Clinical Context
Used when multiple interphalangeal joints require fusion with bone graft during the same operative session for complex multi-joint disease.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.79 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.25 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.70 |
| Total RVU | 5.74 |
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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