28175 Resection phalanx of toe tumor
Also known as: toe bone tumor resection malignant, phalangeal cancer removal, radical toe bone resection
Radical resection of a malignant tumor of the toe phalanges. This procedure removes cancer of the toe bones with appropriate margins.
In Plain Language
removing cancer of a toe bone; toe cancer surgery
Clinical Context
Performed for malignancies of the toe phalanges (osteosarcoma, other sarcomas). May result in toe amputation for adequate margins.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.08 |
| Total RVU | 8.08 |
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 8.08, this code ranks in the 50th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.0x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 28175?
CPT 28175 (Resection phalanx of toe tumor) is a Surgery code. Radical resection of a malignant tumor of the toe phalanges. This procedure removes cancer of the toe bones with appropriate margins.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 28175?
The work RVU for CPT 28175 is 8.08. This code is primarily used by orthopedic surgery, foot and ankle surgery, surgical oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 28175 used?
Performed for malignancies of the toe phalanges (osteosarcoma, other sarcomas). May result in toe amputation for adequate margins.
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