Code Details & Principles for S5560

Code details & principles for

S5560

  • Chapter 15 / Burns, Scars & Contractures
Code Description Chapter/Sub-Chapter Code Specific Guidance
S5560 <p>Release of burn scar contracture, head, neck, hands, feet & genitalia</p> 15.3.0 Burns, Scars & Contractures

Unacceptable Combinations for S5560

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
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