why can't simple closeeure be reported after a lession has been excised
11400
42106 source 2011 cpt
11100 is a CPT surgery code indicating: Biopsy of skin, subcutaneous tissue and/or mucous membrane (including simple closure), unless otherwise listed; single lesion.
The CPT code for the excision of a lipoma on the upper back typically falls under 11400-11446, depending on the size and complexity of the excision. For a simple excision of a lipoma, you would likely use 11400 (excision, benign lesion, excised diameter 0.5 cm or less) to 11406 (excision, benign lesion, excised diameter 4.1 cm to 5.0 cm). It's important to measure the size of the lipoma to select the correct code. Always refer to the most current coding guidelines for accuracy.
Depends on it's use... To stop a bleeding skin lesion, it would be the appropriate "simple repair" code based on lesion location (read the Repair/Closure section in your CPT book - see definition of "simple" repair). For cauterization of granulation tissue, it would be CPT 17250. To stop a nose bleed, it would be 30901. It is considered "chemical cautery"...see "cauterization" in the CPT index for further possibilities.
It is reported on the basis of the level of treatment devices (simple, intermediate, and complex).
Skin lesion removal employs a variety of techniques, from relatively simple biopsies to more complex surgical excisions, to remove lesions that range from benign growths to malignant melanoma.
primary dressing, pressure applicator, secondary dressing, and a simple closure
11400
local anesthesia
Torque is definitely NOT reported in percentage. It is reported in newtons-meters, or any other combination of force times distance.
86.59 - closure of skin & subcutaneous tissue