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.
In Plain Language
removing a small lump under the skin of the foot; small foot cyst removal
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 |
| Total RVU | 3.86 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 3.86, this code ranks in the 27th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 28043?
CPT 28043 (excision foot/toe tumor sternoclavicular < 1.5 centimeters) is a Surgery code. 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.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 28043?
The work RVU for CPT 28043 is 3.86. This code is primarily used by orthopedic surgery, foot and ankle surgery, dermatology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 28043 used?
Performed for small lipomas, epidermoid cysts, or other minor subcutaneous lesions. Lower work relative value reflects smaller size and complexity.
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