Dermatology is the field related to skin abnormalities which includes the number,size , location as well as the detailed information of the related procedures. Billing dermatology diagnosis and procedure codes require a thorough understanding of multiple rules, modifiers and post-op periods. Procedures are also assigned “global periods” based on their level of complexity. the amount of time associated with a procedure and for the global surgical package is the global period” The global surgical package includes

• preoperative visit
• intraoperative services
• postoperative care
• supplies
• wound care
• postoperative complications