How Much Does Excision Tr-extremity Mal+marg >4 Cm Cost?
Also known as: Exc tr-ext mal+marg >4 cm (CPT 11606)
Excision of a malignant skin lesion on the trunk or extremities, greater than 4.0 cm.
The total estimated cost of Excision Tr-extremity Mal+marg >4 Cm (CPT 11606) is $693 to $1,127, including hospital fees, anesthesia, and supplies. The surgeon's Medicare fee alone is $275.
Total Estimated Cost of Care
This estimate includes hospital facility fees, anesthesia, and supplies .
Patient Guide: Excision Tr-extremity Mal+marg >4 Cm
What you need to know before your appointment
What to Expect
Removal of a large skin cancer requiring extensive excision and possibly complex closure or skin graft.
How Long Does It Take?
30-60 minutes
Common Reasons Doctors Order This
Large skin cancer, melanoma with wide excision margins
How to Prepare
May require skin graft or flap for closure. Discuss reconstruction options with your surgeon.
Procedures Commonly Done Together
These procedures are frequently performed alongside Exc tr-ext mal+marg >4 cm
How to Reduce Your Cost for Exc tr-ext mal+marg >4 cm
Practical tips that can save you hundreds or thousands of dollars
- 1 Ask about cash-pay discounts
Many hospitals and clinics offer 20-40% discounts for self-pay patients. Always ask before scheduling.
- 2 Compare facility vs. office setting costs
For this procedure, the office rate ($464) differs from the facility rate ($275). Ask if it can be done in an office setting.
- 3 Shop around — costs vary significantly
Costs can vary 2-3x between providers in the same city. Get quotes from multiple facilities.
How is the Price Calculated?
Medicare calculates procedure payments using Relative Value Units (RVUs). Each procedure has three components multiplied by a conversion factor ($33.40 in 2026) and adjusted by geographic cost indices.
Payment = Total RVU (13.88) x CF ($33.40) = $464
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Exc tr-ext mal+marg >4 cm cost?
The Medicare facility rate for Exc tr-ext mal+marg >4 cm is $275. Commercial insurance rates typically range from 150% to 250% of Medicare (varies by plan).
How much does Exc tr-ext mal+marg >4 cm cost without insurance?
Without insurance, the cost of Exc tr-ext mal+marg >4 cm can range from 150% of Medicare to 500% of Medicare depending on the facility. Many hospitals and clinics offer self-pay discounts of 20-40% off their chargemaster price. Always ask about cash pricing before your visit.
Does insurance cover Exc tr-ext mal+marg >4 cm?
Most commercial health insurance plans and Medicare cover Exc tr-ext mal+marg >4 cm when ordered by a physician for a medically necessary reason. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your plan's deductible, copay/coinsurance structure, and whether you use an in-network provider. Check with your insurance company before scheduling to confirm coverage and get a cost estimate.
Why does the cost vary so much by location?
Medicare adjusts payments using Geographic Practice Cost Indices (GPCIs) that reflect local differences in physician work costs, practice expenses, and malpractice insurance. Manhattan, San Francisco, and other high-cost areas pay significantly more than rural regions. Commercial insurers follow similar geographic patterns.