30802 Ablate inferior turbinate submuc
Also known as: turbinate ablation, turbinate reduction, submucosal cautery
Ablation of the inferior turbinate submucosa, a procedure that reduces the size of the nasal turbinate tissue to improve airflow and alleviate nasal obstruction symptoms.
Clinical Context
Used for patients with chronic nasal obstruction due to enlarged turbinates. This procedure decreases turbinate volume without removing tissue, improving nasal breathing and reducing sleep apnea symptoms.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.03 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.02 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.29 |
| Total RVU | 8.34 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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