HCPCS C5271 Code. Low cost skin substitute app


Table of content for "Low cost skin substitute app" (HCPCS C5271)

General information on the “C5271” code

HCPCS Code: C5271
Long Description: Application of low cost skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Short Description: Low cost skin substitute app

Original information is taken from C5271 page

Pricing indicators

Pricing Indicator Code 1: 53 – Statute
Multiple Pricing Indicator Code A : Not applicable as HCPCS priced under one methodology

Certification and additional reference information


Statute Number: 1833(t)

Coverage

Coverage: D – Special coverage instructions apply
ASC Payment Group: YY
ASC Payment Group Effective Date: 20140101

Type of service


Berenson-Eggers Type of Service (BETOS): P5A – Ambulatory procedures - skin
Type Of Service 1: 2 – Surgery
Type Of Service 2: F – Ambulatory surgical center (facility usage for surgical services)

Misc information

Anesthesia Base Unit Quantity: 0
Code Added Date: 20140101
Code Effective Date: 20140101
Action Code: N – No maintenance for this code