31572 Largsc with laser destruction lesion
Also known as: laryngeal laser ablation, laryngeal laser destruction, laser lesion removal
Laryngoscopic laser-based destruction or ablation of a laryngeal lesion using thermal laser energy to remove or shrink pathologic tissue.
In Plain Language
using laser beam to remove growth from voice box
Clinical Context
Performed for benign laryngeal lesions (polyps, nodules, papillomas, hemangiomas) or early malignancies. Common lasers include CO2, KTP, and Nd:YAG, each with specific indications.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.93 |
| Total RVU | 2.93 |
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 2.93, this code ranks in the 20th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 31572?
CPT 31572 (Largsc with laser destruction lesion) is a Surgery code. Laryngoscopic laser-based destruction or ablation of a laryngeal lesion using thermal laser energy to remove or shrink pathologic tissue.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 31572?
The work RVU for CPT 31572 is 2.93. This code is primarily used by Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Voice and Laryngology.
When is CPT 31572 used?
Performed for benign laryngeal lesions (polyps, nodules, papillomas, hemangiomas) or early malignancies. Common lasers include CO2, KTP, and Nd:YAG, each with specific indications.
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