64728 Dcmprn median nerve carpl tunl
Also known as: median nerve carpal tunnel decompression, open carpal tunnel release, endoscopic carpal tunnel release
Surgical decompression of the median nerve within the carpal tunnel region. Performed under local or regional anesthesia to relieve nerve compression.
Clinical Context
Definitive surgical treatment for symptomatic carpal tunnel syndrome. Indicated when conservative treatments fail or symptoms are severe with significant median nerve compression on electrodiagnostic testing.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.70 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 37.27 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.24 |
| Total RVU | 40.21 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
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