28193 Removal of foot foreign body
Also known as: foreign body removal foot complex, extensive foreign body removal, complex foreign object extraction
Removal of a foreign body from the foot requiring extensive dissection (multiple levels or complex anatomy). This procedure removes foreign objects requiring significant surgical access.
Clinical Context
Used for complex foreign bodies in multiple compartments, near vital structures, or requiring extensive debridement. Often associated with significant contamination or infection.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.75 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.02 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.53 |
| Total RVU | 15.30 |
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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