CPT code 25830 represents surgical arthrodesis of the distal radioulnar joint with resection of the ulna, optionally including bone grafting. This code is used to report definitive operative management for symptomatic distal radioulnar joint disorders such as advanced degenerative disease, chronic instability, or post-traumatic conditions that impair forearm rotation and wrist function. Nationally, procedures coded with 25830 are relevant to orthopedic and hand surgery practice patterns and hospital surgical volumes.

Key payers commonly involved in coverage and reimbursement discussions for this procedure include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find a concise clinical context for the procedure, typical sites of service, and an outline of the billing landscape for 25830.

This publication provides benchmarks and coding guidance context (where available), highlights common clinical indications, and summarizes how 25830 is positioned among related upper-extremity surgical services. Data not available in the input is explicitly noted where applicable. The goal is to inform coding staff, surgical practices, and policy analysts about the code’s clinical meaning, typical utilization settings, and payer relevance on a national level.