Skin - MBS item (31381)

The following MBS item is included in this clinical category.

31381
Clinically suspected melanoma, surgical excision (other than by shave excision) and repair of, if: (a) the lesion is excised from any part of the body not covered by item 31377, 31378, 31379 or 31380; and (b) the necessary excision diameter is less than 15 mm; and (c) the excised specimen is sent for histological examination; not in association with a service to which item 45201 applies (Anaes.)