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Medicare rates as of October 2026
CPT 28240 is classified under Surgery, in the Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System subgroup.
Cut Tendon Of Big Toe, Surgery To Cut Tendon-Muscle Unit Attached To Bone Of The Big Toe. The Procedure Allows Big Toe To Move Back Into Proper Position.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System |
| Common Place of Service | 22On Campus Outpatient Hospital 24Ambulatory Surgical Center |
| Common Modifiers | LTLeft side of body RTRight side of body |
| Hospital Outpatient Group (APC) | APC 5113 - Level 3 Musculoskeletal Procedures |
| Surgery Center Payment (ASC) | A2 - Paid separately, from the OPPS relative weight |
| Common Revenue Codes | 03600761 |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $440.22 national non-facility rate (2026)View Medicare rates for 28240 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $345.83 median of the 8 states in the free previewView Medicaid rates for 28240 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 28240 by major payers:
$572.26
BCBS / Anthem
$585.50
UnitedHealthcare
$600.87
Aetna
$501.49
Cigna
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CPT 28240
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Indiana Endoscopy Centers LLC, Indiana Endoscopy Center West
$8,705.00Published ratePremier Endoscopy, LLC
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$2,717.00Published rateSf Nassau Asc LLC
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$1,340.00Published rateCentral Ohio Endoscopy Center, LLC
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$747.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 28240 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The table lists codes related to 28240. Select one to see its fee schedule.
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 28240-CPT | Cut Tendon Of Big Toe, Surgery To Cut Tendon-Muscle Unit Attached To Bone Of The Big Toe. The Procedure Allows Big Toe To Move Back Into Proper Position. |
| 28250-CPT | Split Tissue On Sole Of Foot, Surgery To Divide Fascia (Strong Connective Tissue That Surrounds Muscle Bone And Organs) On Bottom Of Foot. |
| 28260-CPT | Release Mid-Foot Restriction, Surgery To Release Mid-Foot Contracture By Cutting The Capsule That Encases The Foot Joint. |
| 28262-CPT | Revision Of Foot And Ankle, Capsulotomy Midfoot Extensive Including Posterior Talotibial Capsulotomy And Tendon S Lengthening Eg Resistant Clubfoot Deformity |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What APC is CPT 28240 assigned to?
Medicare's hospital outpatient payment system (OPPS) assigns CPT 28240 to APC 5113 (Level 3 Musculoskeletal Procedures). An APC groups outpatient services that Medicare pays at the same base rate.
How does Medicare pay for CPT 28240 in an ambulatory surgery center?
CMS lists CPT 28240 with ASC payment indicator A2: Paid separately, from the OPPS relative weight.
Which revenue codes are billed with CPT 28240?
Hospital price transparency files list CPT 28240 under these revenue codes: 0360 and 0761. A revenue code names the hospital department or charge category for the line; it does not change what the service is.