CPT 26843
Fusion of hand joint
Last reviewed August 2026 · DataLily AI data team
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CPT 26843 at a glance
- Code
- 26843
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Fusion of hand joint
- 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 26843?
CPT 26843 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code for fusion of hand joint. Its official short descriptor is "Fusion of hand joint". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Surgical.
Is CPT 26843 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 26843 can be performed in a certified ambulatory surgery center.
Where is CPT 26843 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is the Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 26843?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 26843 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 26843?
CPT 26843 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.