30150 Rhinectomy partial
Also known as: partial rhinectomy, partial nose removal, partial nasal resection
Partial rhinectomy, including partial removal or resection of nasal bone and soft tissue, performed to remove tissue involvement in trauma, infection, or malignancy.
In Plain Language
partial nose removal
Clinical Context
Indicated for advanced infection, significant trauma, or malignancy requiring partial nasal structure resection; significant functional and cosmetic implications.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.31 |
| Total RVU | 9.31 |
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 9.31, this code ranks in the 56th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 30150?
CPT 30150 (Rhinectomy partial) is a Surgery code. Partial rhinectomy, including partial removal or resection of nasal bone and soft tissue, performed to remove tissue involvement in trauma, infection, or malignancy.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 30150?
The work RVU for CPT 30150 is 9.31. This code is primarily used by Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Surgical Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 30150 used?
Indicated for advanced infection, significant trauma, or malignancy requiring partial nasal structure resection; significant functional and cosmetic implications.
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