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15920 excision coccygl pr ulc prim suture

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: coccygeal ulcer exc, tailbone sore removal

Excision of coccygeal (tailbone) pressure ulcer with primary closure by direct suturing without flap reconstruction.

Clinical Context

Performed for Stage III-IV coccygeal pressure injuries when conservative treatment has failed. Primary closure without flaps used for smaller defects.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU8.08
Practice Expense RVU8.57
Malpractice RVU2.16
Total RVU18.81

Est. Medicare Payment

$628.25

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Plastic SurgeryGeneral SurgeryWound Care

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