The correct CPT code for split-thickness autograft is determined by anatomic site and body surface area of the recipient.
15100 would be coded for the application of a graft to the trunk, arms, legs; affecting 100 sq cm or less body area in a patient older than 10 years of age,
15120 would be applicable for split-thickness graft to the face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits; covering 100 sq cm or less in patient 10 years or older.
If properly documented by the physician, a code may be reported in addition to the skin graft code describing surgical preparation of the recipient wound site, 15002 or 15004 depending on the anatomic site, or possibly a wound debridement code ranging 11000 - 11047 depending on the type of wound and depth of tissue removed.
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