30630 Repair nasal septum defect
Also known as: septal defect repair, septal perforation repair, nasal perforation repair
Repair of nasal septum defect, including repair of perforation or gap in the septal cartilage and bone.
In Plain Language
nose partition hole repair
Clinical Context
Indicated for septal perforations from trauma, prior surgery, cocaine abuse, or vasculitis causing crusting, drainage, or whistling symptoms.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.11 |
| Total RVU | 7.11 |
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 7.11, this code ranks in the 46th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 30630?
CPT 30630 (Repair nasal septum defect) is a Surgery code. Repair of nasal septum defect, including repair of perforation or gap in the septal cartilage and bone.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 30630?
The work RVU for CPT 30630 is 7.11. This code is primarily used by Otolaryngology, Rhinology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 30630 used?
Indicated for septal perforations from trauma, prior surgery, cocaine abuse, or vasculitis causing crusting, drainage, or whistling symptoms.
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