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31527 Laryngoscopy for treatment

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: therapeutic laryngoscopy, treatment laryngoscopy, laryngeal treatment

Laryngoscopic procedure with therapeutic intervention or treatment performed on the larynx and vocal cords beyond simple visualization, excluding specific modalities listed separately.

Clinical Context

Umbrella code for laryngeal treatment procedures including scar release, vocal cord mobilization, or other therapeutic interventions not specified by other codes.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU3.19
Practice Expense RVU1.34
Malpractice RVU0.46
Total RVU4.99

Est. Medicare Payment

$166.67

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

Specialties

OtolaryngologyVoice and LaryngologyHead and Neck Surgery

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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.