28805 Amputation thru metatarsal
Also known as: metatarsal amputation, transmetatarsal amputation, distal foot amputation
Surgical amputation through the metatarsal bones (distal to tarsometatarsal joint), removing toes and metatarsal heads while preserving midfoot and hindfoot.
In Plain Language
Toe and metatarsal removal; Forefoot amputation; Transmetatarsal amputation
Clinical Context
Used for severe forefoot trauma, infection, vascular disease, or malignancy when distal foot salvage is impossible; preserved midfoot allows weight-bearing.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 12.39 |
| Total RVU | 12.39 |
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 12.39, this code ranks in the 66th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.5x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 28805?
CPT 28805 (Amputation thru metatarsal) is a Surgery code. Surgical amputation through the metatarsal bones (distal to tarsometatarsal joint), removing toes and metatarsal heads while preserving midfoot and hindfoot.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 28805?
The work RVU for CPT 28805 is 12.39. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Vascular Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 28805 used?
Used for severe forefoot trauma, infection, vascular disease, or malignancy when distal foot salvage is impossible; preserved midfoot allows weight-bearing.
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