CPT 17000
Destruct premalg lesion
CPT 17000 at a glance
- Code
- 17000
- Code type
- CPT
- Short descriptor
- Destruct premalg lesion
- Category
- ASC Surgical
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (surgical)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24); also commonly performed in an office or clinic (POS 11).
What is CPT code 17000?
CPT 17000 is a CPT procedure code. Its official short descriptor is "Destruct premalg lesion". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Surgical.
Is CPT 17000 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 17000 can be performed in a certified ambulatory surgery center.
Where is CPT 17000 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24); also commonly performed in an office or clinic (POS 11).
Which specialties use CPT 17000?
CPT 17000 is most associated with General Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Surgery – Plastic & Reconstructive.
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