17111 Destruction benign lesions 15/>
Also known as: destroy benign lesions 15+, multiple benign lesions, destruction benign lesions 15 or more, extensive wart destruction
Destruction of benign skin lesions (other than warts) totaling 15 or more lesions using various destructive techniques.
In Plain Language
Removal of many noncancerous skin growths
Clinical Context
Used when patient has multiple benign skin lesions requiring treatment in single session. Efficient coding for extensive cosmetic work.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.95 |
| Total RVU | 0.95 |
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 0.95, this code ranks in the 4th percentile among Surgery codes — 8.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 17111?
CPT 17111 (Destruction benign lesions 15/>) is a Surgery code. Destruction of benign skin lesions (other than warts) totaling 15 or more lesions using various destructive techniques.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 17111?
The work RVU for CPT 17111 is 0.95. This code is primarily used by Dermatology, General Surgery. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 17111 used?
Used when patient has multiple benign skin lesions requiring treatment in single session. Efficient coding for extensive cosmetic work.
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