CPT code 28047 denotes an extensive surgical excision of a soft tissue tumor in the foot or toe measuring 3 cm or greater. This procedure code is used to report removal of a large lesion and associated surrounding tissue and is relevant across surgical, podiatric, and oncologic practice settings. Nationally, correct use of this code affects clinical documentation, surgical case mix reporting, and accurate claims adjudication for procedures performed in operative suites and ambulatory surgical centers.

Key payers covered in this analysis include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. The publication provides a concise reference on clinical context for the procedure, typical sites of service, and common modifiers associated with surgical services. Readers will find benchmarks for utilization and reimbursement practices, summaries of relevant policy considerations, and guidance on coding accuracy and documentation expectations. The content is presented for a national audience and is designed to support coding professionals, billing teams, and clinical staff in understanding when to apply CPT code 28047 and what operational and policy areas are most likely to affect claims for extensive foot or toe soft tissue tumor excisions.

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