28150 Removal of toe
Also known as: toe amputation complete, ray resection, toe and ray removal
Complete removal of a toe (ray resection including metatarsal and all phalanges). This procedure removes the entire toe and its supporting metatarsal.
In Plain Language
removing an entire toe; toe amputation surgery
Clinical Context
Performed for severe toe infection, osteomyelitis, crush injury, or malignancy. Common in diabetic foot surgery and trauma.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.12 |
| Total RVU | 4.12 |
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 4.12, this code ranks in the 28th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.9x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 28150?
CPT 28150 (Removal of toe) is a Surgery code. Complete removal of a toe (ray resection including metatarsal and all phalanges). This procedure removes the entire toe and its supporting metatarsal.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 28150?
The work RVU for CPT 28150 is 4.12. This code is primarily used by orthopedic surgery, foot and ankle surgery, trauma surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 28150 used?
Performed for severe toe infection, osteomyelitis, crush injury, or malignancy. Common in diabetic foot surgery and trauma.
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