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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 M 4 0, Destruction Malignant Lesion Eg Laser Surgery Electrosurgery Cryosurgery Chemosurgery Surgical Curettement Face Ears Eyelids Nose Lips Mucous Membrane Lesion Diameter Over 4 0 Cm
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Integumentary System |
| Common Place of Service | 11 - Office 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None 59 - Distinct Procedural Service 79 - Unrelated procedure - postop period |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 17286 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 17286 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 17286 by major payers:
$405.84
$453.09
$436.33
$450.89
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CPT 17286
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Bear Creek Surgery Center, LLC
$1,446.00Published rateRenal Intervention Center, LLC
Renal Intervention Center LLC
$491.00Published rateIdaho Otologic Surgery Center, LLC, Syringa Outpatient Surgery Center
Idaho Otologic Surgery Center LLC
$175.00Published rateNewport Multi Specialty Surgery Center LLC
Newport Multi Specialty Surger
$135.00Published rateEyecare Surgery Center, LLC
Eyecare Surgery Center LLC
$55.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 17286 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Integumentary System Codes
The CPT 17286 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 17286 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 |
| 17286-CPT | Moderate | Dstr Mal Ls F E E N L M 4 0, Destruction Malignant Lesion Eg Laser Surgery Electrosurgery Cryosurgery Chemosurgery Surgical Curettement Face Ears Eyelids Nose Lips Mucous Membrane Lesion Diameter Over 4 0 Cm |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 17286. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 17286 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Provider Type
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