31540 Laryngoscopy with excision of tumor
Also known as: laryngeal tumor removal, laryngeal cancer resection, laryngeal tumor excision
Laryngoscopic removal of a tumor or malignant lesion from the larynx using direct visualization with a laryngoscope for complete resection and pathologic assessment.
Clinical Context
Performed for laryngeal malignancies, including squamous cell carcinoma, preserving voice quality when feasible. May be curative for early-stage disease or palliative for advanced disease.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.02 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.55 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.58 |
| Total RVU | 6.15 |
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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