Coding Clarification: Mohs Surgery (17311-17315) (February 2014)

February 2014 page 10 Coding Clarification: Mohs Surgery (17311-17315) In the January 2007 issue of CPT® Assistant (page 29), the following question was posed: Is it appropriate to report codes 88302-88309 for the same specimen used in a Mohs surgery procedure? The article stated: For CPT 2007, concurrent with the revisions to the Mohs micrographic surgery section, instructional notes have been developed prior to code 88302 and after code 88309. The instructions direct the surgeon not to report codes 88302-88309 on a specimen(s) derived from a Mohs surgery procedure. The pathologic examination of the specimen is an inclusive component...

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This premium article reviews a Mohs surgery coding clarification from CPT® Assistant and explains the general relationship between Mohs micrographic surgery and associated pathology reporting. It is useful for coders, billing staff, and compliance teams who need to understand the scope of the guidance and the coding areas involved without relying on the full article.

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Mohs surgery cases can involve multiple coding considerations across surgery and pathology, so understanding the article’s scope helps reduce coding confusion and support compliant claim preparation.

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  • Pathology practices

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