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31080 Removal of frontal sinus

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: frontal sinus obliteration, sinus obliteration, osteoplastic obliteration

Removal of the frontal sinus mucosa and obliteration of frontal sinus cavity with bone dust, musculofascial pedicle, or synthetic material.

Clinical Context

Definitive treatment of recurrent frontal sinus disease by removing sinus lining and filling cavity to prevent reaccumulation of mucus or infection.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU12.42
Practice Expense RVU15.20
Malpractice RVU1.80
Total RVU29.42

Est. Medicare Payment

$982.63

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

OtolaryngologyRhinology

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