CPT 28122
Partial removal of a bone of the foot
Last reviewed August 2026 · DataLily AI data team
What does CPT 28122 mean?
CPT 28122 reports partial excision of a tarsal or metatarsal bone of the foot, such as removing diseased or infected bone. Partial excision of the talus or calcaneus is reported with 28120 instead.
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CPT 28122 at a glance
- Code
- 28122
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Partial removal of foot bone
- Category
- ASC Surgical
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (surgical)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
- Medicare ASC rate
- $1,644.87 national · 2026Q2
What is CPT code 28122?
CPT 28122 reports partial excision of a tarsal or metatarsal bone of the foot, such as removing diseased or infected bone. Partial excision of the talus or calcaneus is reported with 28120 instead. Its official short descriptor is "Partial removal of foot bone", and in the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Surgical.
Is CPT 28122 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 28122 can be performed in a certified ambulatory surgery center.
Where is CPT 28122 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is the Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 28122?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 28122 is $1,644.87 (Medicare ASC Payment System, 2026Q2). This is the national, unadjusted Medicare amount; the amount an individual ambulatory surgery center is paid is adjusted for local wage index and may differ. It reflects Medicare's facility payment only and does not include the surgeon's professional fee.
Which specialties use CPT 28122?
CPT 28122 is most associated with General Surgery, Ortho – Foot & Ankle, Orthopaedic Surgery, Podiatry.
Reference information about ASC eligibility and typical procedure setting. Codes, descriptors, and ASC-eligibility status change over time. This is a coding reference, not billing, coding, or legal advice. Always verify against current guidance and individual payer policy before scheduling or billing. CPT is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Read the DataLily AI data methodology.