28100 Removal of ankle/heel lesion
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: heel lesion excision, ankle lesion removal, heel cyst removal
Excision of lesion or cyst of the ankle or heel. This procedure removes benign lesions from the posterior ankle or heel region.
Clinical Context
Performed for heel cysts, ganglions, or other benign lesions. Careful dissection required to avoid injury to posterior structures.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.68 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 12.75 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.89 |
| Total RVU | 19.32 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$645.29
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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