Will you please clarify a question I saw in the May 1998 CPT Assistant, that dealt with procedure code 26591 , Repair, intrinsic muscles of hand (specify). Should I specify one or all muscles repaired and code only one time per operative session, or code for each muscle repaired? ...
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Article Overview
This article explains a coding clarification drawn from a May 1998 CPT Assistant question about reporting a hand intrinsic muscle repair service. It is intended for coding professionals who need to understand the scope of the discussion, the CPT code involved, and the general reporting context referenced by the source.
Why This Topic Matters
It helps coders identify that the article is a focused CPT clarification rather than a broad policy update, and it signals that the guidance is about reporting methodology for a specific surgical service.
What You Will Learn
- What CPT Assistant topic the clarification addresses
- Which CPT service code is discussed
- What general reporting issue the article focuses on
- That payer-specific reporting guidance may also be relevant
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Billing staff
- Orthopedic/hand surgery coding professionals
Codes Discussed
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