Hi all – I'm new here so forgive me if a question similar to this has been posed to the community before. When it comes to a mole that's been classified as Compound Melanocytic Nevus (Dysplatic – Mild), what is the best path on which to move forward?
For the past couple years, I've introduced annual body scans into my health checkups — Although 25 years old, I've abused my skin with sun and tanning beds more than I care to admit. During my most recent body scan, my new derm did a topical removal of a mole on my upper back. My previous derm would do full excisions (2 lower back). I was initially put off when the new doc charged more for this removal even without the cost of pathology than the previous derm – so I considered not returning to her next year regardless.
However, I got a call stating the mole was found to be atypical with the above CMN diagnosis listed on the path report. When I showed up for the appointment, they let me know it'd be a hefty amount to down-pay for the procedure, followed by more upon testing…all of which, again, caused some discomfort. Even though they are in my insurance network, it just baffles me that it would cost so much.
All of that to say, I didn't go through with the removal. I plan to go back to my old derm next year (June-July), and am curious if it would be wise to wait until then to discuss the possibility of excising this spot…or is this something I should address now? Also, I'm curious if he'll even be able to find the location (assuming he can go by my own direction and presence of scar tissue).
Any advice on what to do would be appreciated!
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