Dermatology RVU Calculator
The Dermatology RVU Calculator converts skin procedure CPT codes into Work RVU, Practice Expense RVU, and Malpractice RVU. Dermatology billing spans office evaluation and management visits, office-based skin procedures (biopsies, shave removals, destruction of lesions), surgical excisions, and Mohs micrographic surgery. Office-based skin procedures carry high non-facility PE RVU values because dermatologists own their procedural equipment, supplies, and instruments. Built on 2026 CMS Medicare Physician Fee Schedule data with a conversion factor of $33.40.
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The Dermatology RVU Calculator converts skin procedure CPT codes into Work RVU, Practice Expense RVU, and Malpractice RVU. Dermatology billing spans office evaluation and management visits, office-based skin procedures (biopsies, shave removals, destruction of lesions), surgical excisions, and Mohs ...
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Dermatology RVU Calculator - CPT Code Reference
Click any bar to load the CPT code into the Dermatology RVU Calculator above. All Work RVU values reflect 2026 CMS Medicare Physician Fee Schedule data.
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How to Use the Dermatology RVU Calculator
Follow 4 steps to calculate RVUs and estimate Medicare reimbursement for dermatology rvu calculator services.
Enter CPT Code
Type any CPT code or search by description. The autocomplete shows wRVU values from the 2026 CMS Medicare Physician Fee Schedule. Use the chart above to find common specialty codes.
Select Place of Service
Choose Facility (hospital, ASC) or Non-Facility (office, independent clinic). The place of service directly determines the Practice Expense RVU applied to your calculation.
Adjust Units and GPCI
Enter the number of units performed. Adjust the GPCI for your geographic region. High-cost regions (NYC, SF, Boston) use GPCI values above 1.0 that increase Medicare payment.
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Analyze the Work RVU, PE RVU, and Malpractice RVU breakdown with estimated Medicare payment. Use the bulk calculator below to analyze a full session or annual procedure mix.
Dermatology RVU Calculator - RVU by CPT Code
Complete CPT code database with sortable Work RVU, PE RVU, and Malpractice RVU values. Filter by category and search by code or description. All data reflects 2026 CMS Medicare Physician Fee Schedule values.
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Dermatology RVU Calculator - Bulk wRVU Calculator
Dermatology combines high-volume E&M visits with office-based procedures, creating a high wRVU per-encounter rate. MGMA data shows median dermatologist wRVU production of 8,500-11,000 wRVUs per year.
Bulk RVU Calculation
Enter multiple CPT codes and quantities to calculate total RVU output and Medicare payment for a session, shift, or procedure day. Use this to project daily and annual wRVU production.
Enter Codes to Begin
Add CPT codes and quantities on the left, then click Calculate All
Dermatology wRVU Benchmarks
Dermatology combines high-volume E&M visits with office-based procedures, creating a high wRVU per-encounter rate. MGMA data shows median dermatologist wRVU production of 8,500-11,000 wRVUs per year.
Dermatology wRVU Benchmarks (MGMA 2024)
8,500-11,000 wRVUs/year. Mix of E&M visits (40%) and office procedures (60%) drives high per-encounter wRVU output.
9,000-13,000 wRVUs/year. Mohs surgery first stage (17311) carries 7.79 wRVU; each additional stage adds 4.21 wRVU.
8,000-12,000 wRVUs/year. Pathology interpretation codes (88305, 88342) generate consistent wRVU production from high specimen volume.
Cosmetic services are not Medicare-covered. Medical dermatology wRVU production follows general benchmarks listed above.
Dermatology combines high-volume E&M visits with office-based procedures, creating a high wRVU per-encounter rate. MGMA data shows median dermatologist wRVU production of 8,500-11,000 wRVUs per year.
Dermatology RVU Calculator - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the wRVU for Mohs surgery?
Mohs micrographic surgery first stage up to 5 tissue blocks (CPT 17311) carries 7.79 wRVU. Each additional Mohs stage up to 5 tissue blocks (CPT 17312) carries 4.21 wRVU. A 3-stage Mohs procedure generates 16.21 wRVU total. Repair of the defect following Mohs surgery is billed separately and generates additional wRVUs depending on size and complexity.
Why do dermatology office procedures have high non-facility PE RVU?
Dermatology office procedures carry high non-facility PE RVU values because dermatologists own and maintain all procedural equipment: punch biopsy instruments, scalpels, electrocautery units, cryotherapy equipment, and suture material. CMS includes these overhead costs in the non-facility PE RVU. Moving to a facility setting eliminates this PE premium.
Can dermatologists bill for multiple procedures on the same visit?
Yes, with limitations. Multiple surgical procedures on the same date are subject to multiple procedure payment reduction (MPPR): the highest-value procedure is paid at 100%, subsequent procedures at 50%. Destruction of multiple lesions uses tiered coding: 17110 covers up to 14 lesions, 17111 is an add-on for each group of 14 additional lesions.
What is the typical annual dermatology wRVU production?
MGMA 2024 data shows median dermatologist wRVU production at approximately 9,800 wRVUs/year (50th percentile). The 75th percentile is approximately 12,500 wRVUs/year. Dermatology is one of the highest wRVU-producing specialties due to high patient volume, frequent procedures, and multiple-procedure visits per encounter.
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Calculate RVUs for skin biopsies, lesion destruction, wound repair, Mohs surgery, and dermatology E&M visits. Analyze non-facility PE RVU values for office-based procedures and project annual dermatology wRVU production. Free.
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