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Wiki CYST removal

Thread starter MichelleDyson
Start date Dec 2, 2011

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MichelleDyson

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Dec 2, 2011

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What CPT code should be used for removal of a cyst if it was not drained, only removed?

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juliabiz@hotmail.com

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Dec 2, 2011

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11400 is for excision of a benign lesion, 11200 &11201 is for removal of skin tags.

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FTessaBartels

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Dec 6, 2011

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Need op note

For an accurate response to a surgical coding question, please post the scrubbed operative note.

F Tessa Bartels, CPC, CEMC

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Dec 6, 2011

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MichelleDyson said:
What CPT code should be used for removal of a cyst if it was not drained, only removed?

Depends on where it is located, what kind of cyst and a lot of other variables. Always best to post more info to get the best response.

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