17340 Cryotherapy for acne
Surgery
Global 10d
Also known as: cryo acne, cryotherapy acne
Cryotherapy or cryosurgical treatment of acne using liquid nitrogen or other cryogenic agents to treat active acne lesions.
Clinical Context
Performed for inflammatory acne when topical treatment has failed. Often used for cystic or severe acne. May require multiple sessions.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.75 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.76 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.07 |
| Total RVU | 1.58 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$52.77
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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