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CPT 28005 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: October 2026

Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.

Inc Foot W Opening Bone Cortex
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System

Common Place of Service

21 - Inpatient Hospital

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

None

RT - Right side of body

LT - Left side of body

Complexity LevelModerate
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 28005
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 28005

National average reimbursement for CPT 28005 by major payers:

bcbs

$779.88

uhc

$794.58

aetna

$787.07

cigna

$958.23

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CPT 28005
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Hurst-Euless-Bedford

    TXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1154454460Tax ID 75-1438726

    $6,245.00Published rate
  2. Mercy Catholic Medical Center Of Southeastern PA, Mercy Philadelphia Hospital Short Procedure Unit

    Mercy Catholic Medical Center Of Southeastern PA

    PAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1083754352Tax ID 23-1352191

    $2,499.00Published rate
  3. Northglenn Endoscopy Center LLC

    COAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1962958223Tax ID 81-2984347

    $1,643.00Published rate
  4. Digestive Health Specialists, PA

    Digestive Health Specialists, P.A.

    NCAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1538411145Tax ID 56-1242980

    $1,016.00Published rate
  5. Dallas Ivf Surgery Center, LLC, Dallas Ivf Surgery Center

    Dallas Ivf Surgery Center LLC

    TXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1619291192Tax ID 26-3473774

    $544.00Published rate

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CPT 28005 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes

The CPT 28005 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.

The CPT 28005 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.

CodeComplexityDescription
28001-CPTModerateInc & Drain Infected Bursa Foot
28002-CPTModerateTreatment Of Foot Infection, Incision And Drainage Below Fascia With Or Without Tendon Sheath Involvement Foot Single Bursal Space
28003-CPTModerateTreatment Of Foot Infection, Incision And Drainage Below Fascia With Or Without Tendon Sheath Involvement Foot Multiple Areas
28005-CPTModerateInc Foot W Opening Bone Cortex

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 28005. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 28005 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.

Factors that affect fee schedules


Medicare & Medicaid Rates

Government-set reimbursement amounts


Private Insurance Rates

Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies


Geographic Location

Costs may be higher in urban areas.


Provider Type

Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.

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