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11606 excision tr-ext mal+marg >4 centimeters

Surgery Global 10d

Also known as: malignant excision wide, skin cancer removal

Excision of malignant skin lesion on trunk or extremity with margins greater than 4 centimeters. Includes closure of the excision site.

Clinical Context

Used for removal of larger melanoma or malignant skin cancers on trunk and extremities with very wide surgical margins.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU4.89
Practice Expense RVU8.15
Malpractice RVU0.84
Total RVU13.88

Est. Medicare Payment

$463.59

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

DermatologyDermatologic SurgeryOncology

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