Benign Skin Lesion Removal (Excludes Actinic Keratosis, and Mohs)
JE · Effective Oct 1, 2015
16 active Medicare policies list L85.8, and 1 commercial payer policy lists it. See each policy's status for the code and its official source. Listing a code is not a coverage decision: read each policy’s source for the requirements that apply.
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JE · Effective Oct 1, 2015
JF · Effective Oct 1, 2015
J15 · Effective Oct 1, 2015
JJ · Effective Oct 1, 2015
JM · Effective Oct 1, 2015
JH · Effective Oct 1, 2015
JL · Effective Oct 1, 2015
J15 · Effective Oct 1, 2015
JE · Effective Nov 28, 2021
1 policy from 1 payer
Summary of the payer’s published policy. Not a coverage determination — confirm with the payer before submitting.
| Policy | Effective | Status of L85.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Laser Treatment for Psoriasis and Other Selected Skin Conditions | Aug 11, 2023 | Covered |
JF · Effective Nov 28, 2021
National · Effective Oct 1, 2026
National · Effective Nov 6, 2025
National · Effective Jan 1, 2025
JL · Effective Jan 1, 2026
National · Effective Aug 6, 2026
National · Effective Oct 1, 2026