CPT procedure code
CPT 17260: Destruction of malignant lesion, trunk/arms/legs, ≤0.5 cm
Procedure code with common scenarios, denial patterns, and appeal guidance.
Code
17260
Category
surgery
Common scenarios
- Destruction malignant trunk ≤0.5
- Destruction malignant
Common denial patterns
- Missing PA where required
- Wrong POS or modifier
Frequently asked questions
What is CPT 17260?
Destruction of malignant lesion, trunk/arms/legs, ≤0.5 cm
When is it typically billed?
Destruction malignant trunk ≤0.5; Destruction malignant.
What are common denial reasons?
Missing PA where required; Wrong POS or modifier.
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