28296 Cor hlx vlgs dstl mtar osteo
Also known as: distal metatarsal osteotomy, bunion surgery, Austin osteotomy
Correction of hallux valgus with distal metatarsal osteotomy, realigning the first metatarsal head through bone cutting near its distal end to correct the metatarsophalangeal angle deformity.
Clinical Context
Used for mild to moderate hallux valgus with normal or minimally elevated intermetatarsal angle; distal osteotomy addresses the metatarsophalangeal angle component of deformity.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.04 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 17.59 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.82 |
| Total RVU | 26.45 |
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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