28102 Remove/graft foot lesion
Also known as: foot lesion excision with graft, foot cyst removal with coverage, lesion excision flap
Excision of lesion or cyst of the foot with skin graft or flap reconstruction. This procedure removes lesions and reconstructs the defect with skin graft or local flap.
In Plain Language
removing a foot lesion and patching it; foot surgery with skin graft
Clinical Context
Performed for larger lesions requiring more complex reconstruction. Skin grafting prevents contracture and improves cosmetic and functional outcomes.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.72 |
| Total RVU | 7.72 |
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 7.72, this code ranks in the 49th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 28102?
CPT 28102 (Remove/graft foot lesion) is a Surgery code. Excision of lesion or cyst of the foot with skin graft or flap reconstruction. This procedure removes lesions and reconstructs the defect with skin graft or local flap.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 28102?
The work RVU for CPT 28102 is 7.72. This code is primarily used by orthopedic surgery, foot and ankle surgery, plastic surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 28102 used?
Performed for larger lesions requiring more complex reconstruction. Skin grafting prevents contracture and improves cosmetic and functional outcomes.
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