17314 Mohs additional stage t/a/l
Also known as: Mohs additional stage trunk, Mohs add-on body
Mohs micrographic surgery additional stage on trunk, arms, and legs when more than one tissue layer examination is required.
In Plain Language
Additional precision examination on body
Clinical Context
Add-on code for additional Mohs stages on body. Used when deeper layers require examination for complete tumor clearance.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.98 |
| Total RVU | 2.98 |
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. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 2.98, this code ranks in the 21st percentile among Surgery codes — 2.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 17314?
CPT 17314 (Mohs additional stage t/a/l) is a Surgery code. Mohs micrographic surgery additional stage on trunk, arms, and legs when more than one tissue layer examination is required.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 17314?
The work RVU for CPT 17314 is 2.98. This code is primarily used by Dermatology, Surgical Oncology, Mohs Surgery.
When is CPT 17314 used?
Add-on code for additional Mohs stages on body. Used when deeper layers require examination for complete tumor clearance.
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