11602 excision tr-ext mal+marg 1.1-2 centimeters
Also known as: malignant excision, skin cancer removal, excision malignant lesion 1.1-2cm, skin cancer excision medium
Excision of malignant skin lesion on trunk or extremity with margins of 1.1 to 2 centimeters. Includes closure of the excision site.
Clinical Context
Used for removal of melanoma or malignant skin cancers on trunk and extremities with standard surgical margins.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.21 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.76 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.23 |
| Total RVU | 7.20 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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