Skin cysts, or sebaceous cysts, are slightly hardened, fluid-filled bumps under the skin. When a person feels them, they are moveable. They often affect the face, neck, and torso. The term “sebaceous ...

Medicare covers sebaceous cyst removal when medically necessary. This includes cases where the cyst causes bleeding or pain, shows signs of inflammation or infection, or has recently gotten larger.

When taking out a sebaceous cyst, if you have trouble removing the entire capsule, inject a small amount of hydrogen peroxide. Pieces of the capsule will bubble out or loosen up for easier removal.