28210 Repair/graft of foot tendon
Also known as: tendon transfer and graft foot, tendon transfer foot, complex tendon reconstruction
Repair of a foot tendon with graft and transfer. This procedure reconstructs tendon with transfer of another tendon or graft material.
In Plain Language
moving or transferring a tendon for repair; complex foot tendon surgery
Clinical Context
Performed for tendon defects with requirement for functional restoration. Tendon transfer restores lost function in addition to repair.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.36 |
| Total RVU | 6.36 |
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 6.36, this code ranks in the 42nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 28210?
CPT 28210 (Repair/graft of foot tendon) is a Surgery code. Repair of a foot tendon with graft and transfer. This procedure reconstructs tendon with transfer of another tendon or graft material.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 28210?
The work RVU for CPT 28210 is 6.36. This code is primarily used by orthopedic surgery, foot and ankle surgery, hand surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 28210 used?
Performed for tendon defects with requirement for functional restoration. Tendon transfer restores lost function in addition to repair.
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