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11623 excision s/n/h/f/g mal+mrg 2.1-3

Surgery Global 10d

Also known as: head malignant excision, facial cancer removal

Excision of malignant skin lesion on scalp, neck, head, face, or genitalia with margins of 2.1 to 3 centimeters. Includes closure of the excision site.

Clinical Context

Used for removal of melanoma or malignant skin cancers on head and neck with wider surgical margins.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU3.03
Practice Expense RVU5.43
Malpractice RVU0.38
Total RVU8.84

Est. Medicare Payment

$295.26

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

Specialties

DermatologyDermatologic SurgeryHead and Neck Surgery

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11620excision h-f-nk-sp mal+marg 0.5/<wRVU: 1.6011621excision s/n/h/f/g mal+mrg 0.6-1wRVU: 2.0311622excision s/n/h/f/g mal+mrg 1.1-2wRVU: 2.3511624excision s/n/h/f/g mal+mrg 3.1-4wRVU: 3.5311626excision s/n/h/f/g mal+mrg >4 centimeterswRVU: 4.49

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