30801 Ablate inferior turbinate superf
Also known as: turbinate ablation superficial, superficial turbinate reduction, cautery turbinate reduction
Ablation (cautery or sclerosing) of the inferior turbinate using superficial technique to reduce turbinate volume and improve nasal airflow.
In Plain Language
nose turbine shrinking
Clinical Context
Indicated for hypertrophic inferior turbinates causing obstruction; superficial ablation preserves turbinate function while reducing volume.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.11 |
| Total RVU | 1.11 |
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 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 1.11, this code ranks in the 5th percentile among Surgery codes — 7.2x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 30801?
CPT 30801 (Ablate inferior turbinate superf) is a Surgery code. Ablation (cautery or sclerosing) of the inferior turbinate using superficial technique to reduce turbinate volume and improve nasal airflow.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 30801?
The work RVU for CPT 30801 is 1.11. This code is primarily used by Otolaryngology, Rhinology. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 30801 used?
Indicated for hypertrophic inferior turbinates causing obstruction; superficial ablation preserves turbinate function while reducing volume.
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