30100 Intranasal biopsy
Also known as: nasal biopsy, intranasal biopsy, nose tissue biopsy
Endoscopic or direct tissue biopsy of the nasal cavity or intranasal structures, including removal of tissue for pathological examination.
In Plain Language
nose tissue sample; nose lesion sampling
Clinical Context
Indicated for suspicious nasal lesions, masses, polyps, or inflammatory conditions requiring histopathological diagnosis to rule out malignancy or determine pathology.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.92 |
| Total RVU | 0.92 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.92, this code ranks in the 4th percentile among Surgery codes — 8.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 30100?
CPT 30100 (Intranasal biopsy) is a Surgery code. Endoscopic or direct tissue biopsy of the nasal cavity or intranasal structures, including removal of tissue for pathological examination.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 30100?
The work RVU for CPT 30100 is 0.92. This code is primarily used by Otolaryngology, Pathology, Head and Neck Surgery.
When is CPT 30100 used?
Indicated for suspicious nasal lesions, masses, polyps, or inflammatory conditions requiring histopathological diagnosis to rule out malignancy or determine pathology.
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