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Does a Cyst Removal Require an Excision or I&D Code?

Published on Thu May 22, 2025

Question: I’m having difficulty determining if the following surgical documentation supports an excision or incision and drainage code: Sebaceous cyst back 7 cm in diameter A linear incision along the local skin line was made and the sebaceous material was expressed. The cyst was explored thoroughly, and the capsule wall was removed. Closure: 1 deep layer for 3-0 vicryl, 1 [...]
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