Advanced Search

Pediatric Coding Alert

Condition Spotlight:

Cut Into Common Lesion Removal Codes

Published on Tue May 07, 2024

Also: see when and how to append modifier 59. Removal of small, benign lesions, such as warts and skin tags, are usually no big deal for the physician, but sometimes coding them can be a pain. Deciphering which codes to use for which lesions can be tricky. Here, we’ll walk you through how to correctly code warts, skin tags, and [...]
You’ve reached your limit of free articles. Already a subscriber? Log in.
Not a subscriber? Subscribe today to continue reading this article. Plus, you’ll get:
  • Simple explanations of current healthcare regulations and payer programs
  • Real-world reporting scenarios solved by our expert coders
  • Industry news, such as MAC and RAC activities, the OIG Work Plan, and CERT reports
  • Instant access to every article ever published in your eNewsletter
  • 6 annual AAPC-approved CEUs*
  • The latest updates for CPT®, ICD-10-CM, HCPCS Level II, NCCI edits, modifiers, compliance, technology, practice management, and more
*CEUs available with select eNewsletters.

Other Articles in this issue of

Pediatric Coding Alert

View All