21555 excision neck lesion sternoclavicular < 3 centimeters
Also known as: small neck lesion excision, minor neck mass removal
Excision of lesion of neck with closure, simple, less than 3 centimeters. Surgical removal of small superficial neck lesion with primary closure, limited to lesions under 3 centimeters in maximum dimension.
Clinical Context
Used for small benign superficial neck lesions including small cysts, lipomas, or skin-based masses under 3 centimeters. Simple closure involves direct approximation without significant reconstruction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.86 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.17 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.82 |
| Total RVU | 13.85 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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