The surgeon performed a correction of hallux valgus with sesamoidectomy using the Joplin procedure on the left foot to correct a bunion. Select the appropriate ICD-10-CM and CPT code(s):

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The ICD-10-CM code M20.12 is for hallux valgus of the left foot, and M21.612 is for other acquired deformities of the left foot. The CPT code 28292 is for correction of hallux valgus with sesamoidectomy, which matches the Joplin procedure described.

The Surgeon Performed a Correction of Hallux Valgus with Sesamoidectomy