CPT® Code 28515

The CPT® Code 28515 refers to the closed treatment of a fracture involving the phalanx or phalanges of a toe, specifically excluding the great toe. This procedure is characterized by the manipulation of the fractured bone fragments to restore proper alignment. In cases where the fracture is displaced, the physician will manually reduce the fragments, ensuring they are positioned correctly in relation to one another. Prior to the treatment, radiographs, or X-rays, are obtained to confirm the presence and extent of the fracture, as well as to verify that the manipulation has successfully restored the anatomical alignment. Following the manipulation, the fractured toe is typically buddy taped to an adjacent uninjured toe to provide additional support and stability. Furthermore, immobilization is often achieved using a rigid, flat shoe, although in some instances, a cast or boot may be applied for enhanced immobilization. It is important to note that if multiple toes, other than the great toe, are treated, each toe is reported separately using the appropriate CPT® codes, either 28510 for nondisplaced fractures or 28515 for displaced fractures.