The removal of sutures or staples is a common procedure in medical practice. The CPT codes for suture removals depend on whether anesthesia is required and the specific area of the body involved. Below you can find an overview of all the CPT codes for the removal of sutures and you can click on a link to learn how to use a code.
1.1. CPT 15853
CPT 15853 is used when sutures or staples are removed without the need for anesthesia. This code is typically listed separately in addition to the E/M code.
1.2. CPT 15854
Similar to CPT 15853, CPT 15854 is used for the removal of sutures and staples without the need for anesthesia. This code is also listed separately in addition to the E/M code.
1.3. CPT 46754
CPT 46754 is used specifically for the removal of Thiersch wire or suture in the anal canal.
1.4. CPT 59871
CPT 59871 is used for the removal of a cerclage suture under anesthesia other than local.
1.5. CPT 67710
CPT 67710 is used for the severing of a tarsorrhaphy, a procedure where the eyelids are partially sewn together to narrow the eyelid opening.
2. CPT Codes For Insertion of Iris Prosthesis
The insertion of an iris prosthesis is a complex procedure that may involve suture fixation and repair or removal of the iris. The CPT codes for this procedure vary depending on whether a cataract is also removed.
2.1. CPT 0616T
CPT 0616T is used for the insertion of an iris prosthesis, including suture fixation and repair or removal of the iris, when performed without removal of a cataract.
2.2. CPT 0617T
CPT 0617T is used for the insertion of an iris prosthesis, including suture fixation and repair or removal of the iris, when performed with removal of a cataract.
2.3. CPT 0618T
CPT 0618T is used for the insertion of an iris prosthesis, including suture fixation and repair or removal of the iris, when performed with secondary insertion of an intraocular lens.
3. CPT Codes For Excision and Suture of Pressure Ulcers
The excision and suture of pressure ulcers is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of damaged tissue and the closure of the wound. The CPT codes for this procedure vary depending on the location of the ulcer.
3.1. CPT 15920
CPT 15920 is used for the excision of a coccygeal pressure ulcer, with coccygectomy and primary suture.
3.2. CPT 15940
CPT 15940 is used for the excision of an ischial pressure ulcer, with primary suture.
3.3. CPT 15941
CPT 15941 is used for the excision of an ischial pressure ulcer, with primary suture and ostectomy (ischiectomy).
4. CPT Codes For Exploration of Penetrating Wounds
The exploration of penetrating wounds is a surgical procedure that involves the examination of a wound to assess the extent of injury. The CPT codes for this procedure vary depending on the location of the wound.
4.1. CPT 20100
CPT 20100 is used for the exploration of a penetrating wound in the neck.
4.2. CPT 20101
CPT 20101 is used for the exploration of a penetrating wound in the chest.
4.3. CPT 20102
CPT 20102 is used for the exploration of a penetrating wound in the abdomen, flank, or back.
4.4. CPT 20103
CPT 20103 is used for the exploration of a penetrating wound in an extremity.
5. CPT Codes For Arthroscopy with Removal of Loose Body or Foreign Body
Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that is used to examine and treat conditions inside a joint. The CPT codes for this procedure vary depending on the joint involved and whether a loose body or foreign body is removed.
5.1. CPT 29819
CPT 29819 is used for arthroscopy of the shoulder, with removal of a loose body or foreign body.
5.2. CPT 29834
CPT 29834 is used for arthroscopy of the elbow, with removal of a loose body or foreign body.
5.3. CPT 29861
CPT 29861 is used for arthroscopy of the hip, with removal of a loose body or foreign body.
6. CPT Codes For Ligation, Division, and Stripping of Veins
The ligation, division, and stripping of veins is a surgical procedure that is used to treat varicose veins. The CPT codes for this procedure vary depending on the vein involved and the extent of the procedure.
6.1. CPT 37718
CPT 37718 is used for the ligation, division, and stripping of the short saphenous vein.
6.2. CPT 37722
CPT 37722 is used for the ligation, division, and stripping of the long (greater) saphenous veins from the saphenofemoral junction to the knee or below.
6.3. CPT 37735
CPT 37735 is used for the ligation and division and complete stripping of long or short saphenous veins with radical excision of ulcer and skin graft, when performed.
6.4. CPT 37760
CPT 37760 is used for the ligation of perforator veins, subfascial, radical (Linton type), including skin graft, when performed, open, on one leg.
6.5. CPT 37780
CPT 37780 is used for the ligation and division of the short saphenous vein at the saphenopopliteal junction.
7. CPT Codes For Repair of Ruptured Spleen and Management of Liver Hemorrhage
The repair of a ruptured spleen and the management of liver hemorrhage are complex surgical procedures. The CPT codes for these procedures are specific to the procedure performed.
7.1. CPT 38115
CPT 38115 is used for the repair of a ruptured spleen (splenorrhaphy) with or without partial splenectomy.
7.2. CPT 47362
CPT 47362 is used for the management of liver hemorrhage, including the re-exploration of a hepatic wound for the removal of packing.
8. CPT Codes For Ureterorrhaphy and Deligation of Ureter
Ureterorrhaphy and deligation of the ureter are surgical procedures that involve the repair or untying of the ureter. The CPT codes for these procedures are specific to the procedure performed.
8.1. CPT 50900
CPT 50900 is used for ureterorrhaphy, the suture of the ureter.
8.2. CPT 50940
CPT 50940 is used for the deligation of the ureter, the untying of the ureter.
8.3. CPT 53505
CPT 53505 is used for urethrorrhaphy, the suture of a urethral wound or injury in the penile region.
9. CPT Codes For Uterine Suspension and Craniectomy for Craniosynostosis
Uterine suspension and craniectomy for craniosynostosis are surgical procedures that involve the suspension of the uterus and the removal of part of the skull to correct craniosynostosis. The CPT codes for these procedures are specific to the procedure performed.
9.1. CPT 58410
CPT 58410 is used for uterine suspension, with or without shortening of round ligaments, with or without shortening of sacrouterine ligaments.
9.2. CPT 61550
CPT 61550 is used for craniectomy for craniosynostosis involving a single cranial suture.
9.3. CPT 61552
CPT 61552 is used for craniectomy for craniosynostosis involving multiple cranial sutures.
9.4. CPT 61558
CPT 61558 is used for an extensive craniectomy for multiple cranial suture craniosynostosis (e.g., cloverleaf skull) not requiring bone grafts.
9.5. CPT 61559
CPT 61559 is used for an extensive craniectomy for multiple cranial suture craniosynostosis (e.g., cloverleaf skull) requiring recontouring with multiple osteotomies.
10. CPT Codes For Reinsertion of Ocular Implant and Extracapsular Cataract Removal
The reinsertion of an ocular implant and extracapsular cataract removal are surgical procedures that involve the eye. The CPT codes for these procedures are specific to the procedure performed.
10.1. CPT 65155
CPT 65155 is used for the reinsertion of an ocular implant with the use of foreign material for reinforcement and/or attachment of muscles to the implant.
10.2. CPT 66982
CPT 66982 is used for extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of an intraocular lens prosthesis in a one-stage procedure, performed manually or mechanically.
10.3. CPT 66987
Similar to CPT 66982, CPT 66987 is used for extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of an intraocular lens prosthesis in a one-stage procedure, performed manually or mechanically.
10.4. CPT 66989
CPT 66989 is used for extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of an intraocular lens prosthesis in a one-stage procedure, performed manually or mechanically.
