Readers Question:
Consider Timing, Location, Intent for Skin Biopsy
Published on Wed Oct 07, 2015
Question: Our physician routinely performs biopsies along with other procedures. How do I know when to report skin biopsy separately with, or in place of, other procedures such as shaving or excision? Colorado Subscriber Answer: In general, you may report skin biopsy (11100-11101, Biopsy of skin, subcutaneous tissue and/or mucous membrane [including simple closure], unless otherwise listed ...) separately when the biopsy [...]