15013 Prepj skn cll ssp agrft first
Also known as: cultured skin cell prep, CEA preparation
Preparation of cultured autologous skin cells for transplantation, including patient skin biopsy processing and culture expansion, first increment. Laboratory processing of patient's own skin cells.
In Plain Language
growing skin cells in lab; culturing patient's own skin cells
Clinical Context
Used when harvested skin cells must be cultured and expanded in laboratory before application. Critical for burns and large wound coverage where large areas need treatment.
RVU Information
CPT 15013 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Surgery category, 3% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 15013?
CPT 15013 (Prepj skn cll ssp agrft first) is a Surgery code. Preparation of cultured autologous skin cells for transplantation, including patient skin biopsy processing and culture expansion, first increment. Laboratory processing of patient's own skin cells.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 15013?
The work RVU for CPT 15013 is 0.00. This code is primarily used by Plastic Surgery, Burn Surgery, Tissue Engineering.
When is CPT 15013 used?
Used when harvested skin cells must be cultured and expanded in laboratory before application. Critical for burns and large wound coverage where large areas need treatment.
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