Surgery: Integumentary System (Q & A) (March 2011)
March 2011 page 9
Surgery: Integumentary System
Question: A split-thickness skin graft was taken from the right forearm and applied to two separate wounds. Because two separate wounds were treated, is it appropriate to report code 15100 twice?
Answer: No. Codes 15100-15157 are calculated by total repair of the site(s) and reported on the basis of the size and location of the recipient area. If 100 sq cm or less of split grafting is provided for any variation of the trunk, arms, or legs, code 15100, Split-thickness autograft, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or less, or 1%...
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Article Overview
This March 2011 CPT Assistant Q&A article addresses integumentary system coding topics in a question-and-answer format. It focuses on general reporting considerations for skin graft services and on when an unlisted procedure code is used for a laser resurfacing service. The article is relevant to coders and billing staff working with surgical coding guidance for skin and related procedures.
Why This Topic Matters
It helps readers quickly determine whether the article contains coding guidance for integumentary surgery, skin graft reporting, and unlisted procedure documentation.
What You Will Learn
How the article frames reporting questions for integumentary surgery services.
What general coding topics are discussed for split-thickness grafting.
When the article addresses unlisted procedure reporting for a laser resurfacing service.
What supporting documentation considerations are mentioned for an unlisted procedure claim.
Who Should Read This
Medical coders
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Compliance professionals
Physician practices
Codes Discussed
CPT: 15100
CPT: 17999
Code Ranges Discussed
CPT: 15100-15157
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