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28003 Treatment of foot infection

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: deep foot abscess drainage, deep foot infection I&D, foot osteomyelitis drainage

Incision and drainage of deep abscess or infection of the foot including bone. This procedure addresses deeper foot infections involving bone or requiring extensive debridement and drain placement.

Clinical Context

Performed for osteomyelitis, deep space foot infections, or abscesses involving bone. Often requires bone debridement and extended drainage. Common in diabetic foot infections or post-traumatic infections.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU5.15
Practice Expense RVU5.49
Malpractice RVU0.54
Total RVU11.18

Est. Medicare Payment

$373.41

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

orthopedic surgeryfoot and ankle surgeryinfectious disease

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.