28295 Cor hlx vlgs prx mtar osteot
Also known as: proximal metatarsal osteotomy, bunion surgery, first metatarsal osteotomy
Correction of hallux valgus with osteotomy of the proximal metatarsal (base), realigning the first metatarsal through bone cutting to address the intermetatarsal angle deformity.
Clinical Context
Used for moderate to severe hallux valgus with elevated intermetatarsal angle; proximal osteotomy corrects the primary deformity at its source and provides lasting correction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.36 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 22.31 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.22 |
| Total RVU | 31.89 |
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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