31545 Remove vc lesion with scope
Also known as: vocal cord lesion removal with scope, vocal polyp removal, vocal cord mass removal
Laryngoscopic removal of a vocal cord lesion (polyp, nodule, mass, or other pathology) using an operating microscope with visualization magnification and careful microsurgical technique.
Clinical Context
Performed for benign vocal cord pathology (polyps, nodules, cysts, scars) causing dysphonia or voice changes, with microsurgical precision to preserve normal vocal cord tissue.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.14 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 2.11 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.90 |
| Total RVU | 9.15 |
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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