96904 Whole body photography
Also known as: Total body photography, Skin photography, Body mapping
Whole body photography for skin assessment and documentation. Creates photographic record of skin surface for comparison and surveillance.
In Plain Language
Taking pictures of entire skin for records; Whole body skin photos
Clinical Context
Used for melanoma surveillance and baseline documentation of extensive skin lesions. Enables comparison of lesions over time for monitoring progression.
RVU Information
CPT 96904 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
Medicine section codes cover a wide range of non-surgical services. Documentation should include the clinical indication, procedure details, interpretation (if applicable), and any patient-specific findings.
How This Code Compares
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Medicine category, 34% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 96904?
CPT 96904 (Whole body photography) is a Medicine code. Whole body photography for skin assessment and documentation. Creates photographic record of skin surface for comparison and surveillance.
Who uses CPT code 96904?
CPT 96904 is used by Dermatology, Oncology. Used for melanoma surveillance and baseline documentation of extensive skin lesions. Enables comparison of lesions over time for monitoring progression.
When is CPT 96904 used?
Used for melanoma surveillance and baseline documentation of extensive skin lesions. Enables comparison of lesions over time for monitoring progression.
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