If the abdominal wound is from the result of a traumatic penetration, then you could use code 20102 for exploration of a penetrating would of the abdomen, flank, or back.
Suture RemovalWhen is suture removal separately payable? Only in two cases: CPT code 15850Removal of sutures under anesthesia (other than local), same surgeon; or 15851 Removal of sutures under anesthesia (other than local), other surgeon.In all other cases, it is either part of the global surgical fee or-if you were not the surgeon or if the patient is out of the global period-part of the E&M code or Eye Code. Laser suture lysis is considered suture removal. It is inappropriate to code 66250 Revision or repair of operative wound for this service. Finally, for CPT purposes, a suture isn't considered a corneal foreign body, so you can't code it as foreign body removal.
Laceration repair means suturing of a wound.
myelorrhaphy
A suture... is a surgical stitch to close a wound. Sutures are made of nylon thread.
Abdominal wound and bowel can be seen in the wound. what action would you take?
Example sentence - The laceration would require at least one suture.
Suture the wound means to, select the sutures and draw a zig-zag pattern over the open laseration.
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Exploration, including enlargment; debridement, removal of foreign body (s), minor vessel ligation, repair.
A secondary suture line is used to reinforce the primary suture line to provide additional strength and support to the wound closure. It helps reduce the risk of wound dehiscence (opening) and promotes proper healing.
A suture is the name given to the stitches used to close a wound or during an operation. The suture lines are the line of sutures used that remain visible even after the sutures have been removed.