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Last Verified: September 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.
Ostectmy,Complete Exc;1st Meta.Head
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System |
| Common Place of Service | 21 - Inpatient Hospital 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None LT - Left side of body RT - Right side of body |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 28111 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 28111 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 28111 by major payers:
$643.11
$655.99
$658.83
$552.87
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CPT 28111
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Los Gatos Surgical Center, A California Limited Partnership
$4,539.00Published rateLongleaf Surgery Center, LLC
Longleaf Surgery Center LLC
$2,206.00Published rateCcrm Dfw, LLC, Ccrm Dallas Fort Worth
$1,490.00Published rateMagnolia Surgery Center, LLC
Magnolia Surgery Center LLC
$1,240.00Published rateMagnolia Surgery Center, LLC
Magnolia Surgery Center LLC
$611.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 28111 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The CPT 28111 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 28111 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.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 28110-CPT | Moderate | Ostectomy Partial Xcision Fifth Metatarsal Head (Bunionette), Ostectomy Partial Excision Fifth Metatarsal Head (Bunionette) (Separ |
| 28111-CPT | Moderate | Ostectmy,Complete Exc;1st Meta.Head |
| 28112-CPT | Moderate | Ostectomy Comple Xcision; Other Metatarsal Head (Second Third, Ostectomy Complete Excision; Other Metatarsal Head (Second Third Or |
| 28113-CPT | Moderate | Ostectomy,Complet Exc;5th Meta.Head |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 28111. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 28111 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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