11640 excision f/e/e/n/l mal+mrg 0.5cm<
Also known as: facial cancer excision, lip cancer removal
Excision of malignant skin lesion on face, ear, eyelid, nose, or lip with margins of 0.5 centimeters or less. Includes closure of the excision site.
Clinical Context
Used for removal of melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, or squamous cell carcinoma on cosmetically sensitive facial structures with minimal margins.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.63 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.23 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.20 |
| Total RVU | 6.06 |
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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