28072 Removal of foot joint lining
Also known as: foot synovectomy, midfoot synovectomy, toe joint synovectomy
Synovectomy (removal of synovial membrane lining) of the midfoot, tarsal, or toe joint. This procedure removes inflamed or infected joint lining from foot joints.
Clinical Context
Used for chronic synovitis of midfoot or toe joints. Common in rheumatoid arthritis affecting the forefeet or tarsal joints.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.60 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.89 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.55 |
| Total RVU | 15.04 |
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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