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31287 Nasal/sinus endoscopy surgical

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: endoscopic sinus surgery adjunctive, ESS with additional procedure, complex endoscopy

Nasal and sinus endoscopic surgery with additional management procedure (unspecified), indicating complex endoscopic intervention beyond standard approaches.

Clinical Context

Comprehensive endoscopic sinus surgery with additional adjunctive procedures. Used when standard ESS codes insufficient to describe surgical complexity.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU3.41
Practice Expense RVU1.21
Malpractice RVU0.48
Total RVU5.10

Est. Medicare Payment

$170.34

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

Specialties

OtolaryngologyRhinology

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