17271 destruction mal lesion s/n/h/f/g 0.6-1
Surgery
Global 10d
Also known as: destroy malignant 0.6-1.0 sensitive
Destruction of malignant skin lesion (scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitals) with largest diameter between 0.6 and 1.0 centimeter.
Clinical Context
Used for small malignant lesions on high-visibility or functionally important areas requiring careful preservation of normal tissue.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.50 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.21 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.15 |
| Total RVU | 4.86 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$162.32
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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