96921 Excimer lsr psriasis 250-500
Also known as: Excimer laser medium area, Mid-range excimer, Excimer 250-500 sqcm
Excimer laser treatment for psoriasis on body surface area between 250 and 500 square centimeters. Intermediate-sized lesion treatment.
In Plain Language
Medium-area laser treatment for psoriasis
Clinical Context
Used for moderate psoriasis involvement. Excimer laser provides targeted phototherapy for larger plaques without systemic effects.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.88 |
| Total RVU | 0.88 |
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 0.88, this code ranks in the 54th percentile among Medicine codes — 1.1x the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 96921?
CPT 96921 (Excimer lsr psriasis 250-500) is a Medicine code. Excimer laser treatment for psoriasis on body surface area between 250 and 500 square centimeters. Intermediate-sized lesion treatment.
Who uses CPT code 96921?
CPT 96921 is used by Dermatology. Used for moderate psoriasis involvement. Excimer laser provides targeted phototherapy for larger plaques without systemic effects.
When is CPT 96921 used?
Used for moderate psoriasis involvement. Excimer laser provides targeted phototherapy for larger plaques without systemic effects.
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