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CPT 15951 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: October 2026

Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address high-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.

Surgical Repair Of Bed Sore, Surgery To Remove A Pressure Ulcer (Bed Sore) From The Knobby Hip Bone (Trochanter). A Portion Of The Bone May Be Removed As Well. The Surgical Wound Is Closed With Stitches Or A Skin Flap.
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Integumentary System

Common Place of Service

21 - Inpatient Hospital

24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

None

RT - Right side of body

GC - Service performed by resident under supervision

Complexity LevelHigh
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 15951
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 15951

National average reimbursement for CPT 15951 by major payers:

bcbs

$1,140.26

uhc

$1,118.18

aetna

$1,109.52

cigna

$1,411.61

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CPT 15951
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  1. Carris Health LLC, Centracare Willmar Surgery Center

    Carris Health LLC

    MNAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1902319478Tax ID 82-3166379

    $3,495.00Published rate
  2. Physician'S Surgery Center Of Knoxville LLC

    Physicians Surgery Center Of Knoxville LLC

    TNAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1134126097Tax ID 62-1777892

    $2,101.00Published rate
  3. Bernstein Hilliker Hartzell Eye Center LLP, The Surgery Center Of Central PA

    The Eye Center Of Central PA, LLP

    PAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1245331628Tax ID 23-2196399

    $1,482.00Published rate
  4. Cataract & Surgical Center Of Lubbock LLC

    Cataract Surgical Center Of Lubbock LLC

    TXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1902802036Tax ID 52-2344594

    $1,117.00Published rate
  5. Nisenfeld & Chilton, Md PA, Orthopaedic Associates Of Frederick, Asc

    Nisenfeld & Chilton, M.D., P.A.

    MDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1114177417Tax ID 52-1135399

    $542.00Published rate

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CPT 15951 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Integumentary System Codes

The CPT 15951 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Integumentary System. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.

The CPT 15951 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.

CodeComplexityDescription
15950-CPTModerateSurgical Repair Of Bed Sore, Surgery To Remove A Pressure Ulcer (Bed Sore) From The Knobby Hip Bone (Trochanter). A Portion Of The Bone May Be Removed As Well. The Surgical Wound Is Closed With Stitches Or A Skin Flap.
15951-CPTHighSurgical Repair Of Bed Sore, Surgery To Remove A Pressure Ulcer (Bed Sore) From The Knobby Hip Bone (Trochanter). A Portion Of The Bone May Be Removed As Well. The Surgical Wound Is Closed With Stitches Or A Skin Flap.
15952-CPTHighSurgical Repair Of Bed Sore, Surgery To Remove A Pressure Ulcer (Bed Sore) From The Knobby Hip Bone (Trochanter). A Portion Of The Bone May Be Removed As Well. The Surgical Wound Is Closed With Stitches Or A Skin Flap.
15953-CPTHighSurgical Repair Of Bed Sore, Surgery To Remove A Pressure Ulcer (Bed Sore) From The Knobby Hip Bone (Trochanter). A Portion Of The Bone May Be Removed As Well. The Surgical Wound Is Closed With Stitches Or A Skin Flap.

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 15951. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 15951 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.

Factors that affect fee schedules


Medicare & Medicaid Rates

Government-set reimbursement amounts


Private Insurance Rates

Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies


Geographic Location

Costs may be higher in urban areas.


Provider Type

Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.

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