CPT 26494 Surgery - Musculoskeletal
Hand tendon/muscle transfer Cost
Body System: Musculoskeletal
Medicare Facility Rate
$824
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$824
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
8.44
Work RVU
14.44
Facility PE RVU
1.79
Malpractice RVU
24.67
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Hand tendon/muscle transfer cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $824. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Hand tendon/muscle transfer cost without insurance?
Without insurance, you may pay the hospital's chargemaster rate, which is often 300-500% of Medicare. Ask about cash-pay discounts — many facilities offer 20-40% off for self-pay patients. The Medicare baseline for this procedure is $824.