Ob-Gyn Coding Alert 

There are three new codes in the integumentary system section that could affect your practice, plus one deletion and one revision. 

New mesh code: 

  • 15778 (Implantation of absorbable mesh or other prosthesis for delayed closure of defect(s) (ie, external genitalia, perineum, abdominal wall) due to soft tissue infection or trauma). 
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    Two new suture codes: 

    • +15853 (Removal of sutures or staples not requiring anesthesia (List separately in addition to E/M code)) 
    • +15854 (Removal of sutures and staples not requiring anesthesia (List separately in addition to E/M code)) 

    Suture changes to note:  

    • 15850 has been deleted (Removal of sutures under anesthesia (other than local), same surgeon 
    • 15851 has been revised to state “Removal of sutures or staples requiring anesthesia (ie, general anesthesia, moderate sedation).”