What replaced CPT 28290?

To summarize, effective Jan. 1, 2017: Instead of 28290, report procedure with 28292. Instead of 28293, report procedure with 28291.

What replaced CPT 28290?

To summarize, effective Jan. 1, 2017: Instead of 28290, report procedure with 28292. Instead of 28293, report procedure with 28291.

What is included in CPT 28289?

CPT® Code 28289 in section: Hallux rigidus correction w/ cheilectomy, debridement and capsular release first metatarsophalangeal.

What is procedure code 23071?

CPT® Code 23071 in section: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of shoulder area, subcutaneous.

What is included in CPT 28296?

CPT 28296 is reported to correct a hallux valgus deformity with a distal metatarsal osteotomy. The procedure includes sesamoid bone removal, when necessary, to help with bone realignment.

What is the CPT code for Cheilectomy?

Cheilectomy 28289

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What is Cheilectomy surgery?

Cheilectomy is a procedure in which your surgeon removes extra bone on the tip of a joint in your foot called your first MTP joint. It can be done through a small incision or an even less invasive method. It is used for hallux rigidus treatment or arthritis treatment and can increase movement in your toe.

What is included in CPT 28299?

28299 – ; by double osteotomy There are two techniques described in the CPT book. One includes a proximal and distal osteotomy of the first metatarsal. The other example includes a distal osteotomy of the first metatarsal plus a base osteotomy of the attached proximal phalanx.

What is the code 28298?

CPT 28298. This code covers a bunionectomy in which the surgeon utilizes a phalanx osteotomy to correct the hallux. This procedure classically involves a medial eminence resection of the metatarsal head and a subsequent proximal or distal type hallux osteotomy (e.g. an Akin procedure).

What is procedure code 28310?

28310—Osteotomy, shortening, angular or rotational correction; proximal phalanx, first toe (separate procedure).