31032 Explore sinus remove polyps
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: polypectomy, polyp removal sinus, maxillary polypectomy
Surgical exploration of the maxillary sinus with removal of nasal polyps or polypoid tissue via Caldwell-Luc approach.
Clinical Context
Removal of maxillary sinus polyps or recurrent polypoid disease refractory to endoscopic management. Via Caldwell-Luc when endoscopic approach is inadequate.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.52 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.07 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.93 |
| Total RVU | 16.52 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$551.77
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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