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Last Verified: October 2026
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address high-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
Surgery On Tendon In Hand, A Functioning Tendon Is Detached From Its Original Insertion Onto Bone And Re-Sewn Onto A Different Bone Or Tendon. The Procedure Is Done To Improve Lost Hand Function.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System |
| Common Place of Service | 24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None RT - Right side of body LT - Left side of body |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 26483 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 26483 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 26483 by major payers:
$1,183.64
$1,153.17
$1,185.23
$1,500.94
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CPT 26483
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Medical Ambulatory Surgical Suites LLP, Kirby Surgical Center
Kirby Surgical Center
$3,966.00Published rateNew Vista Health, LLC, Piney Point Surgery Center
$2,880.00Published rateBakersfield Specialists Surgical Center, LLC
Bakersfield Specialists Surgical Center
$2,200.00Published rateBienville Surgery Center, LLC
Bienville Surgery Center LLC
$1,465.00Published rateCrystal River Endoscopy Asc Lp, Citrus Endoscopy & Surgery Center
Crystal River Endoscopy Asc Lp
$595.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 26483 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The CPT 26483 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.
The CPT 26483 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 26480-CPT | High | Surgery On Tendon In Hand, A Functioning Tendon Is Detached From Its Original Insertion Onto Bone And Re-Sewn Onto A Different Bone Or Tendon. The Procedure Is Done To Improve Lost Hand Function. |
| 26483-CPT | High | Surgery On Tendon In Hand, A Functioning Tendon Is Detached From Its Original Insertion Onto Bone And Re-Sewn Onto A Different Bone Or Tendon. The Procedure Is Done To Improve Lost Hand Function. |
| 26489-CPT | High | Surgery On Tendon In Hand, A Functioning Tendon Is Detached From Its Original Insertion Onto Bone And Re-Sewn Onto A Different Bone Or Tendon. The Procedure Is Done To Improve Lost Hand Function. |
| 26490-CPT | High | Opponensplasty; Superficialis Tndon Trnsfer Typ Ea Tndon, Opponensplasty; Superficialis Tendon Transfer Type Each Tendon |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 26483. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 26483 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Private Insurance Rates
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
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