28043 excision foot/toe tumor sternoclavicular < 1.5 centimeters
Also known as: foot lesion excision small, small cyst removal, minor foot lesion excision
Excision of benign skin or subcutaneous tumor of the foot or toe with a diameter less than 1.5 centimeters. This procedure removes smaller subcutaneous lesions with appropriate margins.
Clinical Context
Performed for small lipomas, epidermoid cysts, or other minor subcutaneous lesions. Lower work relative value reflects smaller size and complexity.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.86 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.18 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.40 |
| Total RVU | 11.44 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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