CPT^® 28226, Under Repair, Revision, and/or Reconstruction Procedures on the Foot and Toes

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 28226 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Repair, Revision, and/or Reconstruction Procedures on the Foot and Toes.

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Summary

In this procedure, the provider performs tenolysis, which releases the extensor tendon of the foot from adhesions. He performs this procedure for multiple tendons. The procedure allows for movement and reduces pain caused by tendonitis.

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