CPT Knowledgebase - Aug 2, 2012

What is the appropriate code to report for an excision of a malignant lesion on the wrist? Code 11600, Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 0.5 cm or less, includes arms. Code 11620, Excision, malignant lesion including margins, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 0.5 cm or less, includes hands.

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