31561 Larynscop remve cart + scop
Also known as: microscopic arytenoid removal, operating scope cartilage removal, micro cartilage resection
Laryngoscopic removal of laryngeal cartilage (such as arytenoid or thyroid cartilage) using an operating microscope for magnified visualization and precise surgical technique.
In Plain Language
removing larynx cartilage with magnifying scope
Clinical Context
Performed for laryngeal cartilage removal with operating microscope magnification, allowing precise cartilage resection while preserving adjacent structures and optimizing airway or voice outcomes.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.84 |
| Total RVU | 5.84 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 5.84, this code ranks in the 39th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 31561?
CPT 31561 (Larynscop remve cart + scop) is a Surgery code. Laryngoscopic removal of laryngeal cartilage (such as arytenoid or thyroid cartilage) using an operating microscope for magnified visualization and precise surgical technique.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 31561?
The work RVU for CPT 31561 is 5.84. This code is primarily used by Otolaryngology, Voice and Laryngology, Head and Neck Surgery.
When is CPT 31561 used?
Performed for laryngeal cartilage removal with operating microscope magnification, allowing precise cartilage resection while preserving adjacent structures and optimizing airway or voice outcomes.
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