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Usually the medical term for the fifth toe is fifth toe. You could also call it the fifth digit of the foot, or the fifth pedal digit. The layman's term for the fifth toe is the pinky toe.
The CPT code for an open reduction with external fixation of a fracture of the great toe phalanx is 28805. This code specifically pertains to the treatment of fractures involving the phalanges of the toes, indicating the use of open reduction and external fixation techniques. Always consult the most current CPT code resources or a coding expert to confirm accuracy.
15944 - Excision, ischial pressure ulcer, with primary suture
Little Toe or Fifth Toe
First toe (Big toe) Second toe (Index toe) Third toe (Middle toe) Fourth toe (Fore toe) Fifth toe (Baby toe)
CPT code 28400 refers to a surgical procedure involving the open treatment of a fracture of the proximal phalanx of the great toe. This code is used to document and bill for the surgical intervention necessary to realign and stabilize the bone after a fracture. It typically involves internal fixation methods, such as using pins or screws, to ensure proper healing. This code is important for healthcare providers to accurately categorize and bill for orthopedic surgical procedures related to toe injuries.
Hallux (big toe) Second toes (long toe) Third toe (middle toe) Fourth toe (ring toe) Fifth Toe (pinky toe, baby toe, or little toe)
An angulated fracture is one in which the bones, once broken, no longer line up in the straight line they used to assume, and have broken into an angle. The fifth toe is the little toe.
CPT code 28126 is used for the surgical procedure involving the excision of a bunion, specifically a hallux valgus, with or without a first metatarsophalangeal joint fusion. This code applies when the procedure includes the removal of bone and soft tissue to correct the deformity of the big toe. It typically involves more complex surgical intervention compared to simpler bunionectomies.
Toe removal is typically coded using the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes specific to the procedure. For partial toe amputation, you might use codes like 28820 or 28825, depending on the specifics of the procedure. For complete toe amputation, codes such as 28810 may apply. Always refer to the most current coding guidelines to ensure accuracy.
ICD 9 CM Code 681.11- Onychia and paronychia of toe Panaritium of toe Perionychia of toe