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.
In Plain Language
removing cancer from the foot; foot cancer surgery
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 |
| Total RVU | 12.07 |
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 12.07, this code ranks in the 65th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.5x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 28046?
CPT 28046 (Resection foot/toe tumor < 3 centimeters) is a Surgery code. 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.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 28046?
The work RVU for CPT 28046 is 12.07. This code is primarily used by orthopedic surgery, foot and ankle surgery, surgical oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 28046 used?
Performed for melanoma, sarcoma, carcinoma, or other malignancies of the foot. Requires wide margins and often full-thickness excision with possible skin grafting.
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