CPT 26555
Positional change of finger
Last reviewed August 2026 · DataLily AI data team
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CPT 26555 at a glance
- Code
- 26555
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Positional change of finger
- Category
- ASC Surgical
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (surgical)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
- Medicare ASC rate
- $3,695.53 national · 2026Q2
What is CPT code 26555?
CPT 26555 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code for positional change of finger. Its official short descriptor is "Positional change of finger". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Surgical.
Is CPT 26555 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 26555 can be performed in a certified ambulatory surgery center.
Where is CPT 26555 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is the Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 26555?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 26555 is $3,695.53 (Medicare ASC Payment System, 2026Q2). This is the national, unadjusted Medicare amount; the amount an individual ambulatory surgery center is paid is adjusted for local wage index and may differ. It reflects Medicare's facility payment only and does not include the surgeon's professional fee.
Which specialties use CPT 26555?
CPT 26555 is most associated with General Surgery, Ortho – Hand, Orthopaedic Surgery.
Reference information about ASC eligibility and typical procedure setting. Codes, descriptors, and ASC-eligibility status change over time. This is a coding reference, not billing, coding, or legal advice. Always verify against current guidance and individual payer policy before scheduling or billing. CPT is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Read the DataLily AI data methodology.