15854 Removal suture & stapl xreq anesthesia
Also known as: suture and staple removal
Removal of both sutures and staples without requirement for anesthesia, applied when both closure types are present in superficial wounds.
In Plain Language
Removal of stitches and metal clips
Clinical Context
Performed when mixed closure techniques have been used (both sutures and staples) and office removal without anesthesia is feasible due to superficial depth.
RVU Information
CPT 15854 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 15854?
CPT 15854 (Removal suture & stapl xreq anesthesia) is a Surgery code. Removal of both sutures and staples without requirement for anesthesia, applied when both closure types are present in superficial wounds.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 15854?
The work RVU for CPT 15854 is 0.00. This code is primarily used by General Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery.
When is CPT 15854 used?
Performed when mixed closure techniques have been used (both sutures and staples) and office removal without anesthesia is feasible due to superficial depth.
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