11200 removal skin tags up to & incision 15
Also known as: skin tag removal, tag excision
Removal of skin tags up to and including 15 lesions using surgical excision or ligation. Skin tags are benign soft tissue growths commonly found in skin folds.
In Plain Language
removing skin growths; tag removal surgery
Clinical Context
Used for symptomatic or cosmetically bothersome skin tags typically in intertriginous areas. Common indications include irritation, cosmetic concern, or repeated trauma.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.80 |
| Total RVU | 0.80 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 10-day global period — follow-up visits within 10 days of the procedure are included in the reimbursement. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.80, this code ranks in the 3rd percentile among Surgery codes — 10.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 11200?
CPT 11200 (removal skin tags up to & incision 15) is a Surgery code. Removal of skin tags up to and including 15 lesions using surgical excision or ligation. Skin tags are benign soft tissue growths commonly found in skin folds.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 11200?
The work RVU for CPT 11200 is 0.80. This code is primarily used by Dermatology, Primary Care, General Surgery. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 11200 used?
Used for symptomatic or cosmetically bothersome skin tags typically in intertriginous areas. Common indications include irritation, cosmetic concern, or repeated trauma.
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