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17274 destruction mal lesion s/n/h/f/g 3.1-4

Surgery Global 10d

Also known as: destroy malignant 3.1-4.0 sensitive

Destruction of malignant skin lesion (scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitals) with largest diameter between 3.1 and 4.0 centimeters.

Clinical Context

Used for larger malignant lesions on sensitive areas measuring 3.1-4.0 cm. Requires sophisticated surgical planning and reconstruction.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU2.57
Practice Expense RVU4.34
Malpractice RVU0.25
Total RVU7.16

Est. Medicare Payment

$239.14

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: 1.7717273destruction mal lesion s/n/h/f/g 2.1-3wRVU: 2.0517276destruction mal lesion s/n/h/f/g >4.0wRVU: 3.17

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