31090 Exploration of sinuses
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 RVU | 10.89 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 17.80 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.59 |
| Total RVU | 30.28 |
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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