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Last Verified: October 2026
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
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| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System |
| Common Place of Service | 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center |
| Common Modifiers | None LT - Left side of body RT - Right side of body |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 26508 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 26508 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 26508 by major payers:
$891.80
$869.07
$910.47
$1,101.90
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CPT 26508
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Tarrant County Surgery Center Lp
$1,682.00Published rateSilver Cross Ambulatory Surgery Center, LLC, Silver Cross Surgery Center
Silver Cross Ambulatory Surgery Center LLC
$1,233.00Published rateVip Surg Asc, LLC, Vip Surgical Center
Vip Surg Asc LLC
$975.00Published ratePaducah Ophthalmology Asc LLC, The Eye Surgery Center Of Paducah
Paducah Ophthalmology Asc LLC
$623.00Published rateArizona Surgical Arts, Inc.
Arizona Surgical Arts Inc
$443.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 26508 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The CPT 26508 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 26508 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 26502-CPT | Moderate | Reconstruction Of Tendon Pulle, Reconstruction Of Tendon Pulley Each Tendon Withtendon Orfascial Graft (Includes Obtaining Graft) (Separate Procedure) |
| 26508-CPT | Moderate | Release Thenar Muscle For Contract |
| 26510-CPT | Moderate | Restore Finger Movement, 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 Function Of The Fingers. |
| 26516-CPT | High | Capsulodesis M-P Joint 1 Digit |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 26508. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 26508 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
Medicare & Medicaid Rates
Government-set reimbursement amounts
Private Insurance Rates
Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies
Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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