30300 Remove nasal foreign body
Also known as: nasal FB removal simple, nose foreign body removal simple, nasal object removal
Removal of a foreign body from the nasal cavity using simple instrumentation and visualization, without significant trauma or tissue damage.
Clinical Context
Indicated for food particles, small toys, beads, or other foreign bodies in nasal cavity; common in pediatric patients, causing obstruction or foul drainage.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.06 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 5.15 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.16 |
| Total RVU | 6.37 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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