31525 Diagnosis laryngoscopy excl nb
Also known as: diagnostic laryngoscopy, adult laryngoscopy, laryngeal evaluation
Diagnostic laryngoscopic examination of the larynx in patients excluding newborns (all ages except infants under 30 days) to evaluate vocal cords, laryngeal structures, and upper airway.
Clinical Context
Used to evaluate hoarseness, voice loss, stridor, cough, dysphagia, or suspected laryngeal lesions in pediatric and adult patients. Often first diagnostic step in laryngeal pathology workup.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.56 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.58 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.38 |
| Total RVU | 7.52 |
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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