Headline: CPT code 15130: Dermal autograft harvest and placement for trunk, arms, or legs

CPT code 15130 represents the harvesting and placement of a dermal autograft from the trunk, arms, or legs, covering the first 100 cm² in adults or 1 percent of body surface area in infants and children. This surgical procedure is used in reconstruction following trauma, burn care, or excision of lesions where dermal tissue is needed to support wound healing. Nationally, clarity on coding and coverage for autograft sizing matters for surgical billing, claims adjudication, and network plan benefits.

Key payers in this analysis include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find a concise overview of what CPT code 15130 denotes, payer coverage context, and the clinical scenarios in which the code is commonly reported. The publication outlines expected benchmarks for the billed unit (first 100 cm² or 1% BSA), discusses common billing modifiers used with surgical graft procedures, and provides clinical context for typical sites of service and procedural intent.

This document is intended for a national audience of coding professionals, surgical providers, and hospital billing staff seeking a clear, policy-focused summary of CPT code 15130, including coding scope, common use cases, and areas to review during claims submission and coverage verification.