26989 Unlisted procedures hands/fingers
Also known as: unlisted hand procedure, unlisted finger procedure, hand surgery not elsewhere classified
Unlisted surgical procedure code for hand and finger operations not described by other specific procedure codes.
In Plain Language
uncommon hand surgery; unique hand treatment
Clinical Context
Used for novel or unusual hand surgical procedures that do not fit within existing specific codes, allowing appropriate billing for innovative techniques.
RVU Information
CPT 26989 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
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. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Surgery category, 3% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 26989?
CPT 26989 (Unlisted procedures hands/fingers) is a Surgery code. Unlisted surgical procedure code for hand and finger operations not described by other specific procedure codes.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 26989?
The work RVU for CPT 26989 is 0.00. This code is primarily used by Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery.
When is CPT 26989 used?
Used for novel or unusual hand surgical procedures that do not fit within existing specific codes, allowing appropriate billing for innovative techniques.
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