28285 Repair of hammertoe
Also known as: hammertoe repair, hammertoe correction, hammertoe surgery
Repair of hammertoe deformity (includes osseous and soft tissue procedures). This procedure corrects hammertoe with bone and soft tissue modifications.
In Plain Language
fixing a hammertoe deformity; hammertoe correction surgery
Clinical Context
Performed for symptomatic hammertoes causing pain and dysfunction. Combines tendon release, joint fusion or arthroplasty, and skin closure.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.48 |
| Total RVU | 5.48 |
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 5.48, this code ranks in the 37th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.5x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 28285?
CPT 28285 (Repair of hammertoe) is a Surgery code. Repair of hammertoe deformity (includes osseous and soft tissue procedures). This procedure corrects hammertoe with bone and soft tissue modifications.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 28285?
The work RVU for CPT 28285 is 5.48. This code is primarily used by orthopedic surgery, foot and ankle surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 28285 used?
Performed for symptomatic hammertoes causing pain and dysfunction. Combines tendon release, joint fusion or arthroplasty, and skin closure.
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