Skin Tag Removal

Dermatology
Written By William Via

Question:

Is it correct to report 11300-11313 for the removal of 4 skin tags by shave?

Answer:

In this scenario, the diagnosis determines the correct code selection. For skin tags, the appropriate codes are 11200–11201. The guidelines for these codes state, “Removal by scissoring or any sharp method,” which would include “shave.” Therefore, it would not be appropriate to report codes 11300–11313 (shaving of epidermal or dermal lesions) for this service. The removal of 4 skin tags would be correctly reported with 11200.

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*This response is based on the best information available as of 05/07/26.

 
 
 
William Via
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