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31090 Exploration of sinuses

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: pansinusitis surgery, multiple sinus surgery, comprehensive sinusotomy

Comprehensive surgical exploration and management of multiple paranasal sinuses (sphenoid, ethmoid, and maxillary), often via multiple approaches or extended procedure.

Clinical Context

Extensive surgery for severe pansinusitis or complex disease involving multiple sinuses requiring combined approaches and comprehensive disease management.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU10.89
Practice Expense RVU17.80
Malpractice RVU1.59
Total RVU30.28

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,011.35

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

Specialties

OtolaryngologyRhinology

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.