Dermatology
How Much Does Skin Cancer (Non-Melanoma: Basal Cell / Squamous Cell) Treatment Cost?
Basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas are the most common types of skin cancer, far more common than melanoma. They are usually caused by UV exposure and are highly treatable when caught early. Mohs surgery offers the highest cure rate for most cases.
Mild
$500 — $2.0K
Moderate
$2.0K — $5.0K
Severe
$5.0K — $15K
Estimated Total Procedure-Based Cost
$1,640 — $2,733
Based on common procedures at commercial insurance rates (1.5x-2.5x Medicare)
Treatment Cost Breakdown
Diagnosis & Acute Treatment
11 procedures$1,640 — $2,733
Tangntl bx skin single les
CPT 11102
$45 — $75
Medicare: $30
Punch bx skin single lesion
CPT 11104
$57 — $95
Medicare: $38
Exc tr-ext mal+marg 1.1-2 cm
CPT 11602
$205 — $342
Medicare: $137
Exc tr-ext mal+marg 3.1-4 cm
CPT 11604
$272 — $453
Medicare: $181
$0 — $0
Medicare: N/A
Destruct premalg lesion
CPT 17000
$72 — $119
Medicare: $48
Destroy premal lesions 15/>
CPT 17004
$124 — $207
Medicare: $83
Mohs 1 stage h/n/hf/g
CPT 17311
$430 — $717
Medicare: $287
Mohs addl stage
CPT 17312
$229 — $382
Medicare: $153
Tissue exam by pathologist
CPT 88305
$105 — $175
Medicare: $70
$100 — $167
Medicare: $67
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Skin Cancer (Non-Melanoma: Basal Cell / Squamous Cell) treatment cost?
Treatment for Skin Cancer (Non-Melanoma: Basal Cell / Squamous Cell) typically costs $2.0K — $5.0K depending on severity and location.
Does insurance cover Skin Cancer (Non-Melanoma: Basal Cell / Squamous Cell) treatment?
Most health insurance plans cover medically necessary treatment for Skin Cancer (Non-Melanoma: Basal Cell / Squamous Cell). Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and whether you use in-network providers.