CPT 17000 RVU Value — Destruct premalg lesion
2026 CMS Physician Fee Schedule · 0.59 Work RVUs · 1.99 Total RVUs
Work RVU
Physician time and effort
Practice Expense RVU
Equipment and overhead costs
Malpractice RVU
Professional liability costs
Total RVU
Sum of all components
Surgical Procedures
Operative procedures and interventions
Common specialties: General Surgery, Orthopedics, Cardiothoracic
About CPT 17000
How many wRVUs is 17000 in 2026?
CPT code 17000 has 0.59 work RVUs in 2026 according to the CMS Physician Fee Schedule. The total RVU value including all components is 1.99 RVUs.
What type of procedure is 17000?
17000 is classified as Surgery: Destruct premalg lesion. This procedure is commonly used by: General Surgery, Orthopedics, Cardiothoracic.
What is the RVU breakdown for CPT 17000?
CPT 17000 has three RVU components in 2026: Work RVU 0.59 (physician effort), Practice Expense RVU 1.34 (overhead costs), and Malpractice RVU 0.06 (liability). The combined Total RVU is 1.99.
How do I calculate total compensation for 17000?
To calculate compensation: Work RVUs (0.59) x Your dollar-per-wRVU rate x Geographic Practice Cost Index (GPCI). For example, at $55/wRVU, one 17000 generates approximately $32 in physician compensation. Use the calculator below to estimate values for multiple quantities.
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