Arthrodesis With Local Graft

Question:

What is the appropriate CPT code to report when local autograft is used and taken from the reamings and allograft is used for arthrodesis of the IP joint? Which CPT code is correct, 26862 or 26860?

Answer:

Thank you for your question.

CPT 26860 includes using locally obtained autograft bone in addition to the allograft. In contrast, CPT code 26862 is reported when an autograft is obtained from a separate site and is valued for the additional work involved in obtaining that graft from a separate anatomical location.

Based on the question and presented scenario, the correct CPT code is 26860.

*This response is based on the best information available as of 4/24/25.