64834 Repair of hand or foot nerve
Also known as: hand/foot nerve repair, intrinsic nerve repair
Surgical repair of a nerve injury in the hand or foot, including primary repair or grafting. Represents more complex anatomy than simple digital repair.
In Plain Language
hand or foot nerve repair; palm/sole nerve surgery
Clinical Context
Indicated for injury to intrinsic hand nerves or foot nerves causing significant functional or sensory deficits. Includes complex dissection in the palm or plantar surface.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.54 |
| Total RVU | 10.54 |
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 10.54, this code ranks in the 60th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 64834?
CPT 64834 (Repair of hand or foot nerve) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair of a nerve injury in the hand or foot, including primary repair or grafting. Represents more complex anatomy than simple digital repair.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 64834?
The work RVU for CPT 64834 is 10.54. This code is primarily used by Hand Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 64834 used?
Indicated for injury to intrinsic hand nerves or foot nerves causing significant functional or sensory deficits. Includes complex dissection in the palm or plantar surface.
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