Overview of CPT Code 11640: Excision, malignant skin lesion, face, ears, scalp, neck; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

You will receive local anesthesia, and the procedure typically lasts about 30 minutes.

Most patients heal within 2 to 4 weeks, depending on the size and location of the excision.

There may be a scar, but it often fades over time and can be minimized with proper care.