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17273 destruction mal lesion s/n/h/f/g 2.1-3

Surgery Global 10d

Also known as: destroy malignant 2.1-3.0 sensitive

Destruction of malignant skin lesion (scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitals) with largest diameter between 2.1 and 3.0 centimeters.

Clinical Context

Used for malignant lesions on cosmetically sensitive areas that are larger, 2.1-3.0 cm range. Requires skilled tissue management.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU2.05
Practice Expense RVU3.86
Malpractice RVU0.20
Total RVU6.11

Est. Medicare Payment

$204.07

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

Specialties

DermatologySurgical OncologyPlastic Surgery

Related Codes in malignant-lesion-destruction-sensitive

17270destruction mal lesion s/n/h/f/g .5 /<wRVU: 1.3417271destruction mal lesion s/n/h/f/g 0.6-1wRVU: 1.5017272destruction mal lesion s/n/h/f/g 1.1-2wRVU: 1.7717274destruction mal lesion s/n/h/f/g 3.1-4wRVU: 2.5717276destruction mal lesion s/n/h/f/g >4.0wRVU: 3.17

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