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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.
Mohs Addl Stage, Mohs Micrographic Technique Including Removal Of All Gross Tumor Surgical Excision Of Tissue Specimens Mapping Color Coding Of Specimens Microscopic Examination Of Specimens By The Surgeon And Histopathologic Preparation Including Routine Stain S Eg Hematoxylin And Eosin Toluidine Blue Head Neck Hands Feet Genitalia Or Any Location With Surgery Directly Involving Muscle Cartilage Bone Tendon Major Nerves Or Vessels Each Additional Stage After The First Stage Up To 5 Tissue Blocks List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure
| 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 79 - Unrelated procedure - postop period 59 - Distinct Procedural Service |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 17312 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 17312 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 17312 by major payers:
$472.78
$505.75
$520.04
$355.99
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CPT 17312
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Stephanie Mcnamara
University Of Miami
$782.27Published rateJeffrey Martin
Associates In Dermatology PC
$466.70Published rateBen Treen
Southern Dermatology, PA
$350.95Published ratePeter Mattei
Onspot-Fl, LLC
$301.48Published rateJack Jawitz
Brooks Management
$140.21Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 17312 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Integumentary System Codes
The CPT 17312 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 17312 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 17311-CPT | Moderate | Mohs 1 Stage H N Hf G, Mohs Micrographic Technique Including Removal Of All Gross Tumor Surgical Excision Of Tissue Specimens Mapping Color Coding Of Specimens Microscopic Examination Of Specimens By The Surgeon And Histopathologic Preparation Including Routine Stain S Eg Hematoxylin And Eosin Toluidine Blue Head Neck Hands Feet Genitalia Or Any Location With Surgery Directly Involving Muscle Cartilage Bone Tendon Major Nerves Or Vessels First Stage Up To 5 Tissue Blocks |
| 17312-CPT | Moderate | Mohs Addl Stage, Mohs Micrographic Technique Including Removal Of All Gross Tumor Surgical Excision Of Tissue Specimens Mapping Color Coding Of Specimens Microscopic Examination Of Specimens By The Surgeon And Histopathologic Preparation Including Routine Stain S Eg Hematoxylin And Eosin Toluidine Blue Head Neck Hands Feet Genitalia Or Any Location With Surgery Directly Involving Muscle Cartilage Bone Tendon Major Nerves Or Vessels Each Additional Stage After The First Stage Up To 5 Tissue Blocks List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure |
| 17313-CPT | Moderate | Mohs 1 Stage T A L, Mohs Micrographic Technique Including Removal Of All Gross Tumor Surgical Excision Of Tissue Specimens Mapping Color Coding Of Specimens Microscopic Examination Of Specimens By The Surgeon And Histopathologic Preparation Including Routine Stain S Eg Hematoxylin And Eosin Toluidine Blue Of The Trunk Arms Or Legs First Stage Up To 5 Tissue Blocks |
| 17314-CPT | Moderate | Mohs Addl Stage T A L, Mohs Micrographic Technique Including Removal Of All Gross Tumor Surgical Excision Of Tissue Specimens Mapping Color Coding Of Specimens Microscopic Examination Of Specimens By The Surgeon And Histopathologic Preparation Including Routine Stain S Eg Hematoxylin And Eosin Toluidine Blue Of The Trunk Arms Or Legs Each Additional Stage After The First Stage Up To 5 Tissue Blocks List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 17312. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 17312 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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