CPT code 26735 refers to a surgical procedure for repairing a broken bone in the finger or thumb.
Procedure Explanation:
This procedure involves surgically fixing a broken middle part of a bone in the thumb or finger using plates, screws, or other hardware. If these internal supports are needed, they are included in the procedure as well. It specifically deals with breaks in the part of the finger bone closest to the hand, as well as the middle finger bone.
Common Names:
- Open Finger Fracture Repair
- Phalangeal Shaft Fixation
- Surgical Repair of Finger Fracture
Relative Value Units (RVU):
The RVUs associated with this code are 7.42.
How This Procedure Appears:
- Operating Room Schedule Name: Repair of Finger Bone Fracture
- Surgical Consent Form Name: Surgery to Fix Broken Bone in Finger/Thumb
Typical Patients and Diagnoses:
This surgery is most often done for people who have broken a finger or thumb bone, usually due to an accident like a fall, sports injury, or other trauma. This type of break could happen to anyone, but it’s more common among children, athletes, and those involved in activities where the hands are at risk. The procedure helps in realigning the bones to heal properly and restore function.
Associated ICD-10 Codes:
- S62.641A: Fracture of the proximal phalanx of right index finger
- S62.642A: Fracture of the proximal phalanx of left index finger
- S62.650A: Fracture of the middle phalanx of unspecified finger
Summary
In summary, code 26735 describes a surgical procedure to repair broken bones in the fingers or thumb with proper alignment and stabilization. Typical ICD-10 codes associated with 26735 include S62.641A (Proximal phalanx fracture—right index finger) and S62.642A (Proximal phalanx fracture—left index finger).
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