28160 Partial removal of toe
Also known as: distal toe amputation, toe with metatarsal head removal, toe partial ray excision
Partial removal of a toe including the metatarsal head. This procedure removes the distal portion of the toe with metatarsal head involvement.
Clinical Context
Performed for severe toe and metatarsal head pathology. More extensive than phalanx-only removal but less disabling than complete ray resection.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.78 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.01 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.39 |
| Total RVU | 12.18 |
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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