Description: Lesions. How can things so small cause such difficulty for coding professionals? This presentation will help by illustrating the coding differences between biopsies and removals both from a CPT and an ICD-10-PCS perspective. Lesion removal methods will be explored. Discussion will include the difference that must be taken into consideration when the lesion removal is into tissue deeper than the skin. The presentation will conclude with information on when it is appropriate to also code a repair procedure when a lesion is removed, along with detail on appropriate coding for tissue repairs.

Objectives:

At the conclusion of the program, attendees should be able to:

• Recognize the different types of skin biopsies
• Identify various methods of lesion removal
• Review the criteria for various removal methods
• Differentiate between excisions of Integumentary vs. Musculoskeletal System
• Examine the variety of tissue repairs

Webinar Date: This was presented as part of OHIMA's 2024 Virtual Coding Seminar that was held on September 27, 2024.
Duration: 1 hour

Speaker: Dianna Foley, RHIA, CHPS, CCS, CDIP, has 25 years of HIM experience. She earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Cincinnati and holds RHIA, CHPS, CDIP, and CCS certifications from AHIMA. Dianna's an AHIMA-approved ICD-10-CM/PCS trainer, an AHIMA-published author, a participant in AHIMA credential item writing and exam development, and served on the AHIMA Nominating Committee. Dianna has held various HIM positions and is now an independent coding consultant. She previously served as Eastern Gateway Community College's program director for Medical Coding and HIT. She presents on coding topics at the national, state, and regional levels and serves as OHIMA's Education Coordinator.

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Cost: $25 Members / $35 Non-Members

1 AHIMA CEU*
Domain: Data Structure, Content and Information Governance

*AHIMA CEUs are also accepted by the AAPC! Check eligibility on the AAPC website.