28810 Amputation toe & metatarsal
Also known as: toe and metatarsal amputation, digit amputation, partial forefoot amputation
Surgical amputation of a single toe (hallux or lesser digit) at the level including the metatarsal head, removing the entire digit and adjacent metatarsal bone.
Clinical Context
Used for severe toe trauma, infection, vascular insufficiency, or malignancy when digit salvage is impossible.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.47 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.45 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.96 |
| Total RVU | 11.88 |
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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