Skin - MBS item (31382)

The following MBS item is included in this clinical category.

31382
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 at least 15 mm but not more than 30 mm; and (c) the excised specimen is sent for histological examination; not in association with a service to which item 45201 applies (Anaes.)