CPT^® 11420, Under Excision-Benign Lesions Procedures on the Skin

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 11420 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Excision-Benign Lesions Procedures on the Skin.

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The provider excises a noncancerous lesion, excluding a skin tag, of 0.5 cm or less in diameter, including margins, from the skin of the scalp, neck, hands, feet, or genitals.

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How do I bill this case

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Can someone help me with both CPT and ICD10 on the attached op note? My physician gave me CPT 11420 but I can't believe that is correct. I'm looking at 11042 with diagnosis T81.89XA. Any help is muc... [ Read More ]

cyst sizing

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