Lipomas are noncancerous lumps that develop under the skin. Most are harmless, but in some situations, removal is recommended. A surgical procedure called excision is the primary removal method.

A lipoma is a lump under the skin that occurs due to an overgrowth of fat cells. Lipomas are typically harmless but people may wish to remove one that causes pain, complications, or other symptoms ...

Medicare may cover lipoma removal if it is deemed medically necessary due to causing irritation, negatively affecting quality of life, or meeting specific criteria. If lipoma removal is medically ...