31345
Lipoma, removal of, by surgical excision or liposuction — lesion is: (i) subcutaneous and 50 mm
Therapeutic procedures · Group T8 — Surgical operations
Schedule fee
$252.50
| Benefit | Amount | Gap to fee |
|---|---|---|
| 85% | $214.65 | $37.85 |
| 75% | $189.40 | $63.10 |
Benefit amounts as published in the schedule, not recalculated.
Fee current from 1 Jul 2026.
Descriptor · the legislated text
Lipoma, removal of, by surgical excision or liposuction, if:(a) the lesion is: (i) subcutaneous and 50 mm or more in diameter but less than 150 mm in diameter; or(ii) sub fascial; and (b) the specimen excised is sent for histological confirmation of diagnosis (Anaes.)
Markers in this descriptor
(Anaes.) — anaesthesia may be claimed separately in association with this item.
Descriptor current from 1 Jul 2023.
Claiming with other items
| Item number | 31345 |
|---|---|
| Category | 3 — Therapeutic procedures |
| Group | T8 — Surgical operations |
| Subheading | — |
| Item type | S |
| Fee type | N |
| In schedule since | 1 May 1997 |
| Fee current from | 1 Jul 2026 |
| GP scope | Yes · tier 2 |
Official page
As at 1 Aug 2026