CPT code 10140 refers to Incision and drainage of hematoma, seroma, or fluid collection. It’s often used for procedures that don’t involve complex drainage or extensive packing. This code is different from those used for abscesses (like 10060), making accuracy essential.
CPT 10060 denotes – Incision and drainage of abscess; modest or single.
This code is used when a provider performs a slight surgical procedure to drain a localized collection of pus (abscess) under the skin. It includes local anesthesia and basic wound care.
CPT Code 12031 describes an intermediate repair for wounds on areas like the face, nose, ears, eyelids, or lips that are between 2.6 cm and 5.0 cm in length. This procedure involves closing the wound in layers, including the subcutaneous tissue beneath the skin and the dermis, rather than a simple surface closure.
The G0157 HCPCS code is used in medical billing to report services provided by a qualified Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in a home health or hospice setting. This code plays an essential role in ensuring accurate reimbursement for therapy services, especially for Medicare claims.
CPT Code 12032 refers to intermediate repair of wounds on the scalp, axillae, trunk, or extremities (excluding hands and feet) measuring 2.6 to 7.5 cm in length. This code represents layered closure of subcutaneous tissue and skin, not just superficial suturing.
Wound care is one of the most frequent services billed in both clinic and hospital settings. Among the many wound-related CPT codes, CPT Code 12013 plays a vital role when it comes to intermediate laceration repair.
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