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L229
L229 – L229
OHIP Dermatology Code · Schedule of Benefits
When to Use
- Use L229 for the excision of a single benign lesion, such as a skin tag or small fibroma, that does not require a complex closure or pathology submission.
- Select L229 when performing a simple excision of a lesion on the trunk or extremities where the procedure is straightforward and does not meet the criteria for the higher-valued Z-codes or S-codes.
Common Pitfalls
- Billing L229 in addition to a minor assessment code (A007) for the same patient on the same day will result in a rejection for duplicate service.
- Attempting to bill L229 for a lesion removal that requires sutures or complex excision will lead to audit scrutiny; use the appropriate Z-series excision codes for those procedures instead.
Billing Tips
- Ensure the lesion site is clearly documented in the chart, as L229 is frequently flagged for manual review if the clinical necessity of the excision is not explicitly stated.
Provider Fee$10.34
Effective: April 1, 2018
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