28238 Revision of foot tendon
Also known as: foot tendon revision, tendon revision surgery, re-do tendon surgery
Revision of foot tendon procedure. This procedure revises or corrects a previous tendon operation or addresses complications.
In Plain Language
redoing foot tendon surgery; foot tendon re-operation
Clinical Context
Performed for failed prior tendon surgery, recurrent deformity, or adhesions. Requires careful dissection and may be more complex than initial procedure.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.76 |
| Total RVU | 7.76 |
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 7.76, this code ranks in the 49th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 28238?
CPT 28238 (Revision of foot tendon) is a Surgery code. Revision of foot tendon procedure. This procedure revises or corrects a previous tendon operation or addresses complications.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 28238?
The work RVU for CPT 28238 is 7.76. This code is primarily used by orthopedic surgery, foot and ankle surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 28238 used?
Performed for failed prior tendon surgery, recurrent deformity, or adhesions. Requires careful dissection and may be more complex than initial procedure.
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