31253 Nsl/sinus ndsc total
Also known as: complete endoscopic sinus surgery, comprehensive ESS, total endoscopic sinusotomy
Complete nasal and sinus endoscopic surgery including comprehensive management of all paranasal sinuses.
Clinical Context
Comprehensive endoscopic sinus surgery addressing disease in maxillary, ethmoid, sphenoid sinuses. Standard for severe chronic rhinosinusitis management.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.78 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 2.51 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.29 |
| Total RVU | 12.58 |
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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