96574 Debridement prmlg lesion with pdt
Also known as: PDT with debridement, Debriding lesion plus PDT, PDT with prep
Debridement of non-malignant distending lesions on skin performed concurrently with photodynamic therapy by qualified healthcare provider.
In Plain Language
Skin removal with light therapy for lesions
Clinical Context
Combined procedure for non-malignant skin lesions requiring tissue removal plus photodynamic therapy. Used when lesions have thick or keratotic components.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.98 |
| Total RVU | 0.98 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
Medicine section codes cover a wide range of non-surgical services. This code has a 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Documentation should include the clinical indication, procedure details, interpretation (if applicable), and any patient-specific findings.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.98, this code ranks in the 58th percentile among Medicine codes — 1.3x the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 96574?
CPT 96574 (Debridement prmlg lesion with pdt) is a Medicine code. Debridement of non-malignant distending lesions on skin performed concurrently with photodynamic therapy by qualified healthcare provider.
Who uses CPT code 96574?
CPT 96574 is used by Dermatology, Dermatologic Surgery. Combined procedure for non-malignant skin lesions requiring tissue removal plus photodynamic therapy. Used when lesions have thick or keratotic components.
When is CPT 96574 used?
Combined procedure for non-malignant skin lesions requiring tissue removal plus photodynamic therapy. Used when lesions have thick or keratotic components.
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