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30540 repair choanal atresia ntranasl

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: choanal atresia repair intranasal, endoscopic choanal atresia repair, nasal atresia repair

Repair of choanal atresia using intranasal endoscopic approach, creating open nasal airway by rupturing abnormal posterior nasal membrane.

Clinical Context

Indicated for congenital choanal atresia (failure of posterior nasal cavity to develop); intranasal approach provides direct access without facial incision.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU7.72
Practice Expense RVU11.29
Malpractice RVU1.13
Total RVU20.14

Est. Medicare Payment

$672.68

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

Specialties

OtolaryngologyPediatric Surgery

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