28315 Removal of sesamoid bone
Also known as: sesamoidectomy, sesamoid bone removal, sesamoid excision
Surgical removal of sesamoid bone (typically the medial or lateral sesamoid beneath the first metatarsal head), including surrounding tissue dissection and soft tissue repair.
Clinical Context
Used for painful sesamoiditis, sesamoid fractures, or sesamoid osteonecrosis that fails conservative treatment and causes forefoot pain with weight-bearing.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.88 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.99 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.54 |
| Total RVU | 14.41 |
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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