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Last Verified: October 2026
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
Dstr Mal Ls F E E N L M3 1 4, Destruction Malignant Lesion Eg Laser Surgery Electrosurgery Cryosurgery Chemosurgery Surgical Curettement Face Ears Eyelids Nose Lips Mucous Membrane Lesion Diameter 3 1 To 4 0 Cm
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Integumentary System |
| Common Place of Service | 11 - Office 99 - Other POS |
| Common Modifiers | None 59 - Distinct Procedural Service 79 - Unrelated procedure - postop period |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 17284 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 17284 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 17284 by major payers:
$312.02
$351.55
$339.43
$438.25
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CPT 17284
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Wisconsin Surgery Center LLC
Wisconsin Surgery Center, LLC
$1,511.00Published rateMedstar Surgery Center At Timonium, LLC
Medstar Surgery Center At Timo
$601.00Published ratePhysicians Pavilion Lp, Physicians Pavilion Surgery Center
$349.00Published rateNewbridge Surgery Center At Frederick
$115.00Published ratePlastic Surgery Specialists, PC, North Arundel Plastic Surgery Specialists
Plastic Surgery Specialists, P.C.
$44.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 17284 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Integumentary System Codes
The CPT 17284 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Integumentary System. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.
The CPT 17284 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 17280-CPT | Low | Dstr Mal Ls F E E N L M 5, Destruction Malignant Lesion Eg Laser Surgery Electrosurgery Cryosurgery Chemosurgery Surgical Curettement Face Ears Eyelids Nose Lips Mucous Membrane Lesion Diameter 0 5 Cm Or Less |
| 17281-CPT | Moderate | Dstr Mal Ls F E E N L M 6 1, Destruction Malignant Lesion Eg Laser Surgery Electrosurgery Cryosurgery Chemosurgery Surgical Curettement Face Ears Eyelids Nose Lips Mucous Membrane Lesion Diameter 0 6 To 1 0 Cm |
| 17282-CPT | Moderate | Dstr Mal Ls F E E N L M1 1 2, Destruction Malignant Lesion Eg Laser Surgery Electrosurgery Cryosurgery Chemosurgery Surgical Curettement Face Ears Eyelids Nose Lips Mucous Membrane Lesion Diameter 1 1 To 2 0 Cm |
| 17284-CPT | Moderate | Dstr Mal Ls F E E N L M3 1 4, Destruction Malignant Lesion Eg Laser Surgery Electrosurgery Cryosurgery Chemosurgery Surgical Curettement Face Ears Eyelids Nose Lips Mucous Membrane Lesion Diameter 3 1 To 4 0 Cm |
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A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 17284. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 17284 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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