CPT 28190
Removal of a subcutaneous foreign body from the foot
Last reviewed August 2026 · DataLily AI data team
What does CPT 28190 mean?
CPT 28190 reports removal of a foreign body located in the subcutaneous tissue of the foot. Deeper or complicated foot foreign-body removals are reported with 28192 or 28193.
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CPT 28190 at a glance
- Code
- 28190
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Removal of foot foreign body
- Category
- ASC Surgical
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (surgical)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24); also commonly performed in an office or clinic (POS 11).
- Medicare ASC rate
- $167.84 national · 2026Q2
What is CPT code 28190?
CPT 28190 reports removal of a foreign body located in the subcutaneous tissue of the foot. Deeper or complicated foot foreign-body removals are reported with 28192 or 28193. Its official short descriptor is "Removal of foot foreign body", and in the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Surgical.
Is CPT 28190 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 28190 can be performed in a certified ambulatory surgery center.
Where is CPT 28190 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24); also commonly performed in an office or clinic (POS 11).
What is the Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 28190?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 28190 is $167.84 (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 28190?
CPT 28190 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.