30460 Revision of nose
Also known as: septal revision, septoplasty revision, secondary septoplasty
Revision of nasal septum following prior septoplasty or for correction of iatrogenic or post-surgical complications including synechiae or deviation.
In Plain Language
nose partition surgery redo
Clinical Context
Indicated for recurrent or residual septal deviation after prior septoplasty, or for post-surgical adhesion formation (synechia).
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.06 |
| Total RVU | 10.06 |
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 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 10.06, this code ranks in the 59th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 30460?
CPT 30460 (Revision of nose) is a Surgery code. Revision of nasal septum following prior septoplasty or for correction of iatrogenic or post-surgical complications including synechiae or deviation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 30460?
The work RVU for CPT 30460 is 10.06. This code is primarily used by Otolaryngology, Rhinology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 30460 used?
Indicated for recurrent or residual septal deviation after prior septoplasty, or for post-surgical adhesion formation (synechia).
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