Code Details & Principles for S5520
Code details & principles for
S5520
- Chapter 15 / Burns, Scars & Contractures
| Code | Description | Chapter/Sub-Chapter | Code Specific Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| S5520 | Burn excision (wound/scar) head, neck, hands, feet & genitalia, up to 9cm2 | 15.3.0 Burns, Scars & Contractures |
Unacceptable Combinations for S5520
| CCSD Code (unacceptable combination) | Narrative (unacceptable combination) | Date Added |
|---|---|---|
| S1500 | Biopsy of skin or subcutaneous tissue | 2011-03-11 |
| S4230 | Secondary suture of skin | 2010-01-20 |
| S5522 | Burn excision (wound/scar) head, neck, hands, feet & genitalia, 9cm2 - 25cm2 | 2010-01-20 |
| S5523 | Burn excision (wound/scar) head, neck, hands, feet & genitalia, greater than 25cm2 | 2010-01-20 |
| S6040 | Scar revision up to 5cm - head & neck | 2019-10-07 |
| S6042 | Scar revision over 5cm - head & neck | 2019-10-07 |
Coding Principles
These coding principles set out how the authors intend that the codes and narratives within the CCSD Schedule are interpreted and used. The outputs are available to be used by all individual insurers and providers including CCSD and non-CCSD members. Please note that:
- The CCSD Group does not discuss nor determine classifcations, reimbursement or fees - all insurers will have their own view on these matters
- The inclusion of a procedure code and/or its associated coding principles in the CCSD Schedule does not necessarily mean that it is endorsed by all members of the CCSD Group and codes may or may not be included in individual insurers' own Schedules or covered
- The coding principles are non-exhaustive guidelines only - each individual insurer may choose whether or not to adopt an individual combination of codes in practice and you will need to contact the insurer for further information