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CPT 28008: Plantar Fascia Release and Toe Contracture Release
CPT code 28008 codes for a deep incision into the sole of the foot or toe to relieve pressure from plantar fasciitis or to release a toe contracture. This operative procedure is a focused foot surgery used when conservative care has not resolved painful inflammation or when soft-tissue contracture limits function. Nationally, the code is relevant for outpatient and inpatient surgical billing, coding accuracy, and coverage determinations for musculoskeletal and podiatric services. Key payers typically involved in coverage and reimbursement determinations include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find clinical context for the procedure, typical sites of service, common billing modifiers, and an overview of payer considerations and documentation expectations. The summary provides benchmarks and policy-relevant guidance on coding clarity and claim submissions. Data not available in the input: associated taxonomies, specific ICD-10 diagnoses, related codes, and detailed payer-specific coverage rules.
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Billing Code Overview
CPT code 28008 describes a surgical incision made deep into the plantar tissues of the foot or toe to relieve tension or pressure from plantar fasciitis or to release a toe contracture. The procedure targets the deep soft tissues of the sole or toe to alleviate pain and restore function when conservative measures have failed.
Service type: Surgical procedure — operative release of plantar fascia or digital contracture
Typical site of service: Ambulatory surgical center or hospital operating room, often performed under regional or local anesthesia with possible sedation.