30300 Remove nasal foreign body
Also known as: nasal FB removal simple, nose foreign body removal simple, nasal object removal, nasal foreign body removal, nose foreign body
Removal of a foreign body from the nasal cavity using simple instrumentation and visualization, without significant trauma or tissue damage.
In Plain Language
nose object removal
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 |
| Total RVU | 1.06 |
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 10-day global period — follow-up visits within 10 days of the procedure are included in the reimbursement. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 1.06, this code ranks in the 5th percentile among Surgery codes — 7.5x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 30300?
CPT 30300 (Remove nasal foreign body) is a Surgery code. Removal of a foreign body from the nasal cavity using simple instrumentation and visualization, without significant trauma or tissue damage.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 30300?
The work RVU for CPT 30300 is 1.06. This code is primarily used by Otolaryngology, Pediatrics. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 30300 used?
Indicated for food particles, small toys, beads, or other foreign bodies in nasal cavity; common in pediatric patients, causing obstruction or foul drainage.
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