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Foot & Ankle Orthopedics in the ASC: CPT Codes and Coverage

Foot and ankle orthopedic surgeons treat conditions of the forefoot, midfoot, and hindfoot, billed in the foot and ankle CPT range 28000-28899. These span minor soft-tissue work like 28001 (drainage of a bursa of the foot) to bunion corrections like 28296 (distal first metatarsal osteotomy for hallux valgus). Whether a specific code suits the ASC setting depends on its ASC-eligibility status, worth confirming before scheduling.

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Ortho – Foot & Ankle codes(1–60 of 175)

Are foot and ankle surgeries performed in an ASC?

Many are. A large share of forefoot and soft-tissue foot and ankle procedures are performed in ambulatory surgery centers and billed with place-of-service 24. Whether a specific code suits the ASC setting depends on its ASC-eligibility status, worth confirming before scheduling. Check each code's status before scheduling.

What CPT codes does foot and ankle orthopedics use?

Foot and ankle procedures fall in the CPT range 28000-28899, which spans soft-tissue, bone, and joint work on the forefoot, midfoot, and hindfoot. Examples include 28285 (repair of hammertoe), 28296 and 28297 (hallux valgus corrections), and 28001 (drainage of a bursa of the foot). We have mapped 175 ASC-relevant codes in this range, each with its own page.

What is the difference between CPT 28296 and 28297 for bunion surgery?

Both address hallux valgus, commonly called a bunion. The official short descriptors indicate that 28296 is a distal first metatarsal osteotomy, where the bone is cut and realigned, while 28297 is a first metatarsophalangeal joint arthrodesis, where the joint is fused. The right code depends on the operative technique documented by the surgeon. Confirm coverage and any prior-authorization requirements for each.

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