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Wait to Match Surgical Pathology Level With Definitive Dx

Published on Tue Dec 16, 2025

Question: Our pathologist received a specimen that the op report identified as “soft tissue mass, right side of the neck.” The pathologist processed the specimen in two cassettes, and upon microscopic examination, identified the mass as a lipoma. What are the correct procedure and diagnosis codes for this case? Louisiana Subscriber Answer: This is a case that demonstrates an important [...]
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