28322 Repair of metatarsals
Also known as: metatarsal fracture repair, ORIF metatarsal, metatarsal ORIF
Surgical repair of metatarsal bone fracture using open reduction and internal fixation with hardware placement to achieve and maintain anatomic alignment.
In Plain Language
Metatarsal fracture surgery; Foot bone fracture repair; Metatarsal fixation
Clinical Context
Used for displaced metatarsal fractures (typically base or midshaft fractures) requiring operative fixation to maintain alignment and promote union.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.32 |
| Total RVU | 8.32 |
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 8.32, this code ranks in the 51st percentile among Surgery codes — 1.0x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 28322?
CPT 28322 (Repair of metatarsals) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair of metatarsal bone fracture using open reduction and internal fixation with hardware placement to achieve and maintain anatomic alignment.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 28322?
The work RVU for CPT 28322 is 8.32. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Foot and Ankle Surgery, Podiatry. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 28322 used?
Used for displaced metatarsal fractures (typically base or midshaft fractures) requiring operative fixation to maintain alignment and promote union.
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