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CPC Exam - Question 33


What CPT® code is reported for an excision of a sacral pressure ulcer with a primary closure?

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Osinachi9
Nov 8, 2023

Answer is B

lesmit
Oct 16, 2023

I dont think this answer is correct. It states nothing about bone removal. Just pressure ulcer excision with primary closure.

itzz_aamir
Apr 1, 2024

B IS CORRECT ANSWER

TeeChee
May 21, 2024

The answer should be B.

Suz__ieee
Jul 6, 2024

No bone removal, answer B

fonzo
Aug 20, 2024

Answer is B. There is no mention of ostectomy

1aa99b1
Aug 21, 2024

are these answers legit

1aa99b1
Aug 21, 2024

15931 is excision sacral pressure ulcer with primary suture. 15933 is with ostectomy. its B IS THE ANSWER

1aa99b1Option: B
Nov 30, 2024

B this code specifically adresses the excusion of the pressure ulcer indicating that the primary closure is performed following the excision

reddyreddyk91_k91Option: B
Dec 5, 2024

ANSWER IS b

KeyanaOption: B
Jan 20, 2025

ulcer pressure

1aa99b1Option: B
Mar 18, 2025

15931 this code is used for the excision sacral presure ulcer and is commonly applied when the procedure involves removing the ulcer and closing it primarily often with some bone removal ostectomy if needed. the sacral region is specifically addressed in this range od codes