CPT 17999
Unlistd procedure skin muc memb subq
CPT 17999 at a glance
- Code
- 17999
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Unlistd px skn muc memb subq
- Category
- Not typically performed in an ASC
- ASC eligibility
- Not typically performed in an ASC
- Typical setting
- Hospital outpatient department (POS 22) or office (POS 11). Not typically performed in an ASC.
What is CPT code 17999?
CPT 17999 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code. Its official short descriptor is "Unlistd px skn muc memb subq". In the ASC context it is grouped under Not typically performed in an ASC.
Is CPT 17999 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 17999 is not typically performed in an ambulatory surgery center; it is usually done in a hospital outpatient department (HOPD) or office instead.
Where is CPT 17999 typically performed?
Hospital outpatient department (POS 22) or office (POS 11). Not typically performed in an ASC.
Which specialties use CPT 17999?
CPT 17999 is most associated with General Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Surgery – Plastic & Reconstructive.
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