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.
In Plain Language
removing cancer of the tarsal bones; major foot bone cancer surgery
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 |
| Total RVU | 16.00 |
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 16.00, this code ranks in the 75th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.0x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 28171?
CPT 28171 (Resection tarsal tumor) is a Surgery code. Radical resection of a malignant tarsal bone tumor. This comprehensive procedure removes cancer of the tarsal bones with wide margins.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 28171?
The work RVU for CPT 28171 is 16.00. This code is primarily used by orthopedic surgery, foot and ankle surgery, surgical oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 28171 used?
Performed for sarcoma, other malignancies of tarsal bones. Often requires amputation or major reconstruction due to wide margins required.
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