28100 Removal of ankle/heel lesion
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.
In Plain Language
removing a growth from the ankle or heel; heel lesion surgery
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 |
| Total RVU | 5.68 |
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 5.68, this code ranks in the 38th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 28100?
CPT 28100 (Removal of ankle/heel lesion) is a Surgery code. Excision of lesion or cyst of the ankle or heel. This procedure removes benign lesions from the posterior ankle or heel region.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 28100?
The work RVU for CPT 28100 is 5.68. This code is primarily used by orthopedic surgery, foot and ankle surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 28100 used?
Performed for heel cysts, ganglions, or other benign lesions. Careful dissection required to avoid injury to posterior structures.
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