28118 Removal of heel bone
Also known as: calcaneal excision, heel bone removal, calcaneus resection
Excision of the calcaneus (heel bone) or a substantial portion thereof. This procedure removes part or all of the calcaneal bone for severe pathology.
Clinical Context
Performed for calcaneal osteomyelitis, necrotic calcaneus, severe Paget's disease, or malignancy. Major surgery with significant functional consequences.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.98 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 12.08 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.86 |
| Total RVU | 18.92 |
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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