CPT® Code 28825

An amputation of the toe, specifically through the interphalangeal joint, is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of a portion of the toe at the joint between the phalanges (the bones of the toe). This type of amputation is referred to as a partial toe amputation. The procedure may be necessary due to various medical conditions, such as severe trauma, infection, or other pathological conditions affecting the toe that cannot be resolved through less invasive means. The interphalangeal joint is located between the two bones of the toe, and the amputation is performed at this joint to preserve as much of the toe as possible while still addressing the underlying issue. The technique used for this procedure is similar to that of a toe disarticulation, which involves the removal of the toe at the metatarsophalangeal joint, but focuses specifically on the interphalangeal joint. This ensures that the remaining structure of the toe can still function to some extent, which is important for balance and mobility.