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 RVU | 8.08 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.57 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.16 |
| Total RVU | 18.81 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$628.25
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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