CPT® Code 15274

Add-On Code

Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area greater than or equal to 100 sq cm; each additional 100 sq cm wound surface area, or part thereof, or each additional 1% of body area of infants and children, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

The CPT® Code 15274 refers to the application of a skin substitute graft specifically for larger wounds located on the trunk, arms, or legs, where the total wound surface area is greater than or equal to 100 square centimeters. This procedure is particularly relevant for treating various types of chronic, hard-to-heal wounds, including those resulting from burns, skin donor sites, diabetic ulcers, and venous ulcers. Skin substitutes are advanced medical products that can be composed of acellular bioengineered constructs or allogeneic cells, designed to promote healing by providing a temporary biological covering over the wound. Examples of these substitutes include acellular dermal allografts, tissue cultured allogeneic skin substitutes, and acellular xenografts, each with unique properties and applications. The use of these substitutes is critical in managing extensive wounds, as they facilitate the healing process and help restore the integrity of the skin and underlying soft tissues. The procedure is billed separately for each additional 100 square centimeters of wound surface area beyond the initial 100 square centimeters, or for each additional 1% of total body surface area (TBSA) in infants and children, ensuring that the complexity and extent of the treatment are accurately captured in the coding process.