30600 Repair mouth/nose fistula
Also known as: oral fistula repair, mouth-nose fistula repair, oromandibular fistula repair
Repair of oromandibular or oronasal fistula, including closure of abnormal communication between oral cavity and nasal or mandibular structures.
In Plain Language
mouth-to-nose hole repair
Clinical Context
Indicated for oral-nasal communication following trauma, infection, or prior surgery; prevents infection and maintains normal oral and nasal function.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.01 |
| Total RVU | 6.01 |
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 6.01, this code ranks in the 40th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 30600?
CPT 30600 (Repair mouth/nose fistula) is a Surgery code. Repair of oromandibular or oronasal fistula, including closure of abnormal communication between oral cavity and nasal or mandibular structures.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 30600?
The work RVU for CPT 30600 is 6.01. This code is primarily used by Otolaryngology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 30600 used?
Indicated for oral-nasal communication following trauma, infection, or prior surgery; prevents infection and maintains normal oral and nasal function.
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