28046 Resection foot/toe tumor < 3 centimeters
Also known as: foot tumor resection malignant, foot cancer removal, radical foot tumor excision
Radical resection (comprehensive removal) of a malignant tumor of the foot or toe with a diameter less than 3 centimeters. This procedure removes cancer with appropriate margins and depth.
Clinical Context
Performed for melanoma, sarcoma, carcinoma, or other malignancies of the foot. Requires wide margins and often full-thickness excision with possible skin grafting.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 12.07 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.28 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.46 |
| Total RVU | 19.81 |
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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