CPT Code 97608 Billing Guide
What is CPT 97608 — short answer Active wound care management by topical application and/or negative pressure therapy, including provision of single-use disposable, non-durable medical device for NPWT; per session; total wound(s) surface area greater than 50 square centimeters (cm²). In plain language: this code is used when a practitioner provides a single-use NPWT session […]
CPT Code 97607 Billing Guide
CPT Code 97607 Billing Guide (2025–2026) CPT 97607 specifically describes NPWT performed with a disposable (non-durable) system on wounds with a total surface area greater than 50 cm², per session. Correctly coding and billing this service is essential to secure full reimbursement and avoid denials, particularly as Medicare and commercial payers tighten policies for 2025 […]
CPT Code 97606 Billing Guide
What is CPT 97606? CPT® 97606 is an active wound care management code for negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) where durable (non-disposable) equipment is used and the total wound surface area is greater than 50 square centimeters. It represents the application of a sealed dressing connected to a suction pump (vacuum-assisted closure) using durable devices, […]
CPT Code 97605: Complete Guide
CPT Code 97605: Complete Guide to Billing, Usage, and Reimbursement CPT Code 97605 refers to Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT), performed on a wound area of less than or equal to 50 square centimeters, using a disposable (non-durable) device. This code is essential for medical billing and clinical documentation when treating chronic wounds, ulcers, surgical […]
What is CPT Code 97602
What is CPT Code 97602? A Definition for Medical Coders CPT code 97602 is used for reporting negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT), specifically the initial setup and instruction. Its official descriptor is: “Negative pressure wound therapy (e.g., vacuum assisted drainage collection), including topical application(s), wound assessment, and instruction(s) for ongoing care, per session; total wound(s) […]
CPT Code 97597 Explained: Complete Wound Care Billing & Documentation Guide
CPT Code 97597 A Complete Guide to Wound Care Billing and Documentation In the US healthcare system, the CPT code 97597 is one of the most frequently used wound care specialists in wound care billing in outpatient, hospital, and clinic settings. This CPT code refers to the selective debridement of devitalized tissue, performed on open […]
Demystifying the 15278 CPT Code
Demystifying the 15278 CPT Code: A Complete Guide to High-Complexity Facial Grafting In the complex world of plastic and reconstructive surgery, precision is paramount. Every procedure, every incision, and every suture is guided by a complex language of codes that ensure accuracy in billing, documentation, and medical communication. Among these codes, CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) […]
Understanding CPT Code 15277: A Complete Guide
Understanding CPT Code 15277: A Complete Guide for Skin Substitute Grafting At Stars Pro, we understand that accurate medical coding is the backbone of an efficient and profitable practice. Staying current with CPT codes, especially in rapidly evolving fields like wound care, is crucial. Today, we’re taking a deep dive into CPT Code 15277, a […]
Demystifying CPT Code 15276: A Complete Guide for Wound Care
Demystifying CPT Code 15276: A Complete Guide for Wound Care At Stars Pro, we understand that the world of medical coding, especially for complex procedures like skin substitutes, can be challenging. Accurate coding is important for ensuring proper reimbursement and maintaining efficient practice operations. Today, we’re taking a deep dive into CPT Code 15276 to […]
CPT Code 15275: A Comprehensive Guide
CPT Code 15275: A Comprehensive Guide to Skin Substitute Grafts The world of medical coding and billing can often feel like a complex labyrinth, with each code representing a specific medical procedure, service, or supply. For healthcare providers, accurate coding is not just a matter of administrative efficiency; it’s a critical component of patient care, […]
Mastering CPT Code 15274
Mastering CPT Code 15274: A Provider’s Guide to Billing for Extensive Skin Substitute Grafts Introduction: For providers specializing in wound care and reconstructive surgery, treating large-scale wounds on the trunk or limbs is a complex and resource-intensive endeavor. Accurately capturing this work for billing is critical. While CPT code 15273 handles the initial portion of […]
Mastering CPT Code 15272
Mastering CPT Code 15272: A Provider’s Guide to Billing for Larger Skin Substitute Grafts In the specialized field of wound care, the use of skin substitute grafts for large, complex wounds is becoming increasingly common. While CPT code 15271 establishes the foundation for billing the initial portion of this procedure, CPT code 15272 is the […]