17004 Destroy premal lesions 15/>
Also known as: destroy premalignant 15+, premalignant lesions 15+
Destruction of premalignant skin lesions totaling 15 or more lesions using various destructive treatment modalities.
In Plain Language
Removal of numerous precancerous skin spots
Clinical Context
Performed when extensive field of premalignant damage is present. Covers 15 or more actinic keratoses treated in single session.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.34 |
| Total RVU | 1.34 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 10-day global period — follow-up visits within 10 days of the procedure are included in the reimbursement. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 1.34, this code ranks in the 7th percentile among Surgery codes — 6.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 17004?
CPT 17004 (Destroy premal lesions 15/>) is a Surgery code. Destruction of premalignant skin lesions totaling 15 or more lesions using various destructive treatment modalities.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 17004?
The work RVU for CPT 17004 is 1.34. This code is primarily used by Dermatology, General Surgery. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 17004 used?
Performed when extensive field of premalignant damage is present. Covers 15 or more actinic keratoses treated in single session.
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