28171 Resection tarsal tumor
Also known as: tarsal tumor resection malignant, tarsal bone cancer removal, radical tarsal resection
Radical resection of a malignant tarsal bone tumor. This comprehensive procedure removes cancer of the tarsal bones with wide margins.
Clinical Context
Performed for sarcoma, other malignancies of tarsal bones. Often requires amputation or major reconstruction due to wide margins required.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 16.00 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 10.91 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.40 |
| Total RVU | 30.31 |
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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