17000 Destruct premalg lesion
Also known as: destroy premalignant, premalignant lesion destruction, destruction first premalignant lesion, AK destruction, cryotherapy first lesion
Destruction of premalignant skin lesion using various modalities such as chemical caustic, cryotherapy, electrocautery, or laser.
Clinical Context
Performed for actinic keratosis or other premalignant lesions to prevent progression to squamous cell carcinoma. May be done with multiple modalities.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.59 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.34 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.06 |
| Total RVU | 1.99 |
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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