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skin biopsy

  1. J

    Wiki Biopsy Coding: Incisional vs. Punch vs. Shave

    Hello! I would like to kindly inquire regarding the proper coding for biopsy, especially if there is more than one type of biopsy done during a patient's single visit. The scenario will be as follows: Scenario One: Patient came in for a visit, and ended up having one punch biopsy and two...
    • jenmendoza
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    • cpt11102 cpt11104 cpt11106 dermatology incisional biopsy punch biopsy shave biopsy skin biopsy
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    • Forum: Dermatology
  2. K

    Wiki New Skin Biopsy Codes

    Is anyone else experiencing issues using the new skin biopsy codes (11102, 11104, 11106 etc) for medicare patients? Our MAC, Palmetto, has put the new biopsy codes under their LCD for Removal of Benign and Malignant Skin Lesions. This seems like a bit of an oxymoron. By that I mean, a biopsy...
  3. S

    Wiki Risk factor for Skin Biopsy

    Hi, We are having a debate in our office regarding choosing the Risk Factor for Skin Biopsies. When looking at the RISK table, skin biopsy is found under the Low Risk column. Others are looking to the Moderate risk column, under "Undiagnosed new problem with uncertain prognosis e.g. lump in the...
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