15920 excision coccygl pr ulc prim suture
Also known as: coccygeal ulcer exc, tailbone sore removal
Excision of coccygeal (tailbone) pressure ulcer with primary closure by direct suturing without flap reconstruction.
In Plain Language
Tailbone pressure sore removal; Sacral wound closure
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 |
| Total RVU | 8.08 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
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. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 8.08, this code ranks in the 50th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.0x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 15920?
CPT 15920 (excision coccygl pr ulc prim suture) is a Surgery code. Excision of coccygeal (tailbone) pressure ulcer with primary closure by direct suturing without flap reconstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 15920?
The work RVU for CPT 15920 is 8.08. This code is primarily used by Plastic Surgery, General Surgery, Wound Care. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 15920 used?
Performed for Stage III-IV coccygeal pressure injuries when conservative treatment has failed. Primary closure without flaps used for smaller defects.
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