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30300 Remove nasal foreign body

Surgery Global 10d

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 RVU1.06
Practice Expense RVU5.15
Malpractice RVU0.16
Total RVU6.37

Est. Medicare Payment

$212.76

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

OtolaryngologyPediatrics

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