CPT^® 11300, Under Shaving of Epidermal or Dermal Lesions Procedures

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 11300 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Shaving of Epidermal or Dermal Lesions Procedures.

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The provider removes one epidermal or dermal lesion of 0.5 cm diameter or less from the trunk, arms, or legs.

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