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L727
L727 – L727
OHIP Dermatology Code · Schedule of Benefits
When to Use
- Use L727 for the excision of a single benign lesion, such as a skin tag or small seborrheic keratosis, that does not require formal surgical closure or complex pathology.
- Select this code when performing minor dermatological procedures that fall below the complexity threshold of the Z-series excision codes like Z001 or Z002.
Common Pitfalls
- Billing L727 in conjunction with a minor assessment code (A007) is often rejected; ensure the clinical note clearly justifies the procedure as separate from the office visit.
- Avoid using L727 for procedures involving multiple lesions on the same site, as this may trigger audit flags for unbundling if a more comprehensive excision code is applicable.
Billing Tips
- If performing multiple L727 excisions on different anatomical sites, append the appropriate diagnostic codes and ensure the claim reflects distinct lesion locations to avoid duplicate service rejections.
Provider Fee$25.85
Effective: July 1, 2010
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