28307 Incision of metatarsal
Also known as: metatarsal incision with tissue removal, metatarsal access, metatarsal decompression
Surgical incision into a single metatarsal bone with additional complexity such as tissue removal, biopsy, or extended decompression for pathology such as stress fractures or bone marrow edema.
Clinical Context
Used for metatarsal stress fractures, bone marrow edema, or other pathology requiring surgical access with more extensive tissue involvement than basic incision.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.34 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 17.61 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.34 |
| Total RVU | 25.29 |
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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