30130 Excise inferior turbinate
Also known as: turbinate reduction, turbinectomy, turbinate ablation
Excision or ablation of the inferior turbinate, including partial or complete removal of turbinal tissue to enlarge the nasal airway.
In Plain Language
nose turbine reduction; nose swelling reduction
Clinical Context
Indicated for hypertrophic inferior turbinates causing nasal obstruction unresponsive to medical management; improves nasal airflow and sleep quality.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.38 |
| Total RVU | 3.38 |
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 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 3.38, this code ranks in the 23rd percentile among Surgery codes — 2.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 30130?
CPT 30130 (Excise inferior turbinate) is a Surgery code. Excision or ablation of the inferior turbinate, including partial or complete removal of turbinal tissue to enlarge the nasal airway.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 30130?
The work RVU for CPT 30130 is 3.38. This code is primarily used by Otolaryngology, Rhinology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 30130 used?
Indicated for hypertrophic inferior turbinates causing nasal obstruction unresponsive to medical management; improves nasal airflow and sleep quality.
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