AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC) — Question 10

A surgeon performed Mohs micrographic surgery on a lesion on the lower leg. This required one stage with six tissue blocks. A direct skin flap was used to cover the defect.
What CPT® codes are reported for the Mohs surgery and the repair?

Answer options

• A. 17313, 17315, 15572
• B. 17311, 17312, 15570
• C. 17313, 17314, 15572
• D. 17313, 17314, 17315, 15570

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because it accurately reflects the CPT® codes for Mohs micrographic surgery with six tissue blocks (17313, 17314) and the appropriate repair code (15572) for a direct skin flap. The other options either include incorrect codes or do not match the specifics of the procedure performed.