28360 Reconstruct cleft foot
Also known as: cleft foot reconstruction, cleft foot repair, cleft foot surgery
Surgical reconstruction of cleft foot deformity, including multiple procedures to restore anatomic alignment, separate any webbed or fused structures, and establish normal foot function.
In Plain Language
Cleft foot repair; Split foot surgery; Cleft foot reconstruction
Clinical Context
Used for congenital cleft foot deformity causing functional impairment; comprehensive reconstruction restores digital anatomy and gait function.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 14.55 |
| Total RVU | 14.55 |
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 14.55, this code ranks in the 72nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.8x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 28360?
CPT 28360 (Reconstruct cleft foot) is a Surgery code. Surgical reconstruction of cleft foot deformity, including multiple procedures to restore anatomic alignment, separate any webbed or fused structures, and establish normal foot function.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 28360?
The work RVU for CPT 28360 is 14.55. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Podiatry, Plastic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 28360 used?
Used for congenital cleft foot deformity causing functional impairment; comprehensive reconstruction restores digital anatomy and gait function.
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