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L709
L709 – L709
OHIP Dermatology Code · Schedule of Benefits
When to Use
- Use L709 for the excision of a single benign skin lesion, such as a skin tag or small seborrheic keratosis, when performed via simple excision.
- Select L709 when the procedure is performed as a minor surgical intervention that does not meet the complexity requirements for a formal excision requiring layered closure under G005 or G006.
Common Pitfalls
- Billing L709 in addition to a consultation or assessment code (A007/A001) on the same day is often rejected unless a separate, unrelated clinical issue is addressed and documented.
- Attempting to bill L709 for lesion destruction (e.g., cryotherapy) is incorrect; use Z402 for destruction of benign lesions instead.
Billing Tips
- If removing multiple lesions, ensure you apply the appropriate multiple procedure rules (50% for the second lesion) to avoid automatic claim rejection.
Provider Fee$17.06
Effective: July 1, 2010
Since Oct 1989, this fee has increased 0.0% vs 13.1% CPI inflation
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