An asymmetric nevi, total excision size of 1.0 cm x 2.0 cm was removed from the patient’s back. Pathology report identifies the specimen as “interdermal nevi.” What is the correct CPT code assignment for this procedure?
a. 11603
b. 11402
c. 11602
d. 11403
Answer: d. 11403
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A. 5 cm H2O B. 0 cm H2O C. 5 cm H2O D. 10 cm H2O
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The ____ mainly target cancer cells.
A. macrophages and lymphocytes B. T cells C. B cells D. natural killer (NK) cells
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