28173 Resection metatarsal tumor
Also known as: metatarsal tumor resection malignant, metatarsal bone cancer removal, radical metatarsal resection
Radical resection of a malignant metatarsal bone tumor. This procedure removes cancer of the metatarsal bones with adequate margins.
In Plain Language
removing cancer of a metatarsal bone; metatarsal cancer surgery
Clinical Context
Performed for osteosarcoma, Ewing sarcoma, or other malignancies of metatarsal bones. May require ray resection or more extensive amputation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.81 |
| Total RVU | 13.81 |
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 13.81, this code ranks in the 70th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 28173?
CPT 28173 (Resection metatarsal tumor) is a Surgery code. Radical resection of a malignant metatarsal bone tumor. This procedure removes cancer of the metatarsal bones with adequate margins.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 28173?
The work RVU for CPT 28173 is 13.81. This code is primarily used by orthopedic surgery, foot and ankle surgery, surgical oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 28173 used?
Performed for osteosarcoma, Ewing sarcoma, or other malignancies of metatarsal bones. May require ray resection or more extensive amputation.
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