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11922 Correct skin color each 20.0cm

Surgery +Add-on

Correction of skin color abnormality such as tattoo, vitiligo, or pigmentation disorder using laser or other technique for each additional twenty square centimeters beyond the initial treatment area.

Clinical Context

Add-on code used when treating large tattoos or extensive pigmentation abnormalities requiring treatment of areas beyond twenty square centimeters.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.48
Practice Expense RVU1.42
Malpractice RVU0.08
Total RVU1.98

Est. Medicare Payment

$66.13

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

Specialties

DermatologyPlastic Surgery

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