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Dermabrasion is a cosmetic procedure that involves the controlled abrasion of the upper layers of the skin. This technique is primarily utilized to enhance the appearance of the skin by creating a smoother surface. It is particularly effective in addressing various skin imperfections, including wrinkles, small scars, and foreign bodies such as tattoos. The procedure works by removing the outermost layers of skin, which promotes the growth of new, healthier skin underneath. The specific code CPT® 15783 refers to superficial dermabrasion performed on any site of the body, including areas beyond the face. This code is distinct from other dermabrasion codes that are designated for specific regions, such as the total face or segments of the face. The versatility of CPT® 15783 allows for its application in various dermatological contexts, particularly in cosmetic and reconstructive procedures aimed at improving skin texture and appearance.
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Dermabrasion is indicated for various skin conditions and cosmetic concerns. The following are explicitly provided indications for the procedure:
The procedure of superficial dermabrasion involves several key steps that ensure effective treatment and patient safety. Each step is crucial for achieving the desired cosmetic results.
Post-procedure care is critical for ensuring proper healing and achieving the best results from superficial dermabrasion. Patients can expect some redness and swelling in the treated area, which is a normal part of the healing process. It is important to follow the aftercare instructions provided by the healthcare professional, which may include keeping the area clean, applying prescribed ointments, and avoiding sun exposure. Full recovery may take several days to weeks, depending on the extent of the procedure and individual healing responses. Patients should monitor the treated area for any signs of infection or unusual changes and report these to their healthcare provider promptly.
| Short Descr | DERMABRASION SUPRFL ANY SITE | Medium Descr | DERMABRASION SUPERFICIAL ANY SITE | Long Descr | Dermabrasion; superficial, any site (eg, tattoo removal) | Status Code | Active Code | Global Days | 090 - Major Surgery | PC/TC Indicator (26, TC) | 0 - Physician Service Code | Multiple Procedures (51) | 2 - Standard payment adjustment rules for multiple procedures apply. | Bilateral Surgery (50) | 0 - 150% payment adjustment for bilateral procedures does NOT apply. | Physician Supervisions | 09 - Concept does not apply. | Assistant Surgeon (80, 82) | 0 - Payment restriction for assistants at surgery applies to this procedure... | Co-Surgeons (62) | 0 - Co-surgeons not permitted for this procedure. | Team Surgery (66) | 0 - Team surgeons not permitted for this procedure. | Diagnostic Imaging Family | 99 - Concept Does Not Apply | APC Status Indicator | Procedure or Service, Multiple Reduction Applies | ASC Payment Indicator | Office-based surgical procedure added to ASC list in CY 2008 or later with MPFS nonfacility PE RVUs; payment based on OPPS relative payment weight. | Type of Service (TOS) | 2 - Surgery | Berenson-Eggers TOS (BETOS) | P6A - Minor procedures - skin | MUE | 1 | CCS Clinical Classification | 175 - Other OR therapeutic procedures on skin and breast |
| 59 | Distinct procedural service: under certain circumstances, it may be necessary to indicate that a procedure or service was distinct or independent from other non-e/m services performed on the same day. modifier 59 is used to identify procedures/services, other than e/m services, that are not normally reported together, but are appropriate under the circumstances. documentation must support a different session, different procedure or surgery, different site or organ system, separate incision/excision, separate lesion, or separate injury (or area of injury in extensive injuries) not ordinarily encountered or performed on the same day by the same individual. however, when another already established modifier is appropriate it should be used rather than modifier 59. only if no more descriptive modifier is available, and the use of modifier 59 best explains the circumstances, should modifier 59 be used. note: modifier 59 should not be appended to an e/m service. to report a separate and distinct e/m service with a non-e/m service performed on the same date, see modifier 25. | 51 | Multiple procedures: when multiple procedures, other than e/m services, physical medicine and rehabilitation services or provision of supplies (eg, vaccines), are performed at the same session by the same individual, the primary procedure or service may be reported as listed. the additional procedure(s) or service(s) may be identified by appending modifier 51 to the additional procedure or service code(s). note: this modifier should not be appended to designated "add-on" codes (see appendix d). | 58 | Staged or related procedure or service by the same physician or other qualified health care professional during the postoperative period: it may be necessary to indicate that the performance of a procedure or service during the postoperative period was: (a) planned or anticipated (staged); (b) more extensive than the original procedure; or (c) for therapy following a surgical procedure. this circumstance may be reported by adding modifier 58 to the staged or related procedure. note: for treatment of a problem that requires a return to the operating/procedure room (eg, unanticipated clinical condition), see modifier 78. | 78 | Unplanned return to the operating/procedure room by the same physician or other qualified health care professional following initial procedure for a related procedure during the postoperative period: it may be necessary to indicate that another procedure was performed during the postoperative period of the initial procedure (unplanned procedure following initial procedure). when this procedure is related to the first, and requires the use of an operating/procedure room, it may be reported by adding modifier 78 to the related procedure. (for repeat procedures, see modifier 76.) | 79 | Unrelated procedure or service by the same physician or other qualified health care professional during the postoperative period: the individual may need to indicate that the performance of a procedure or service during the postoperative period was unrelated to the original procedure. this circumstance may be reported by using modifier 79. (for repeat procedures on the same day, see modifier 76.) | GA | Waiver of liability statement issued as required by payer policy, individual case | GC | This service has been performed in part by a resident under the direction of a teaching physician | GZ | Item or service expected to be denied as not reasonable and necessary |
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