31575 Diagnostic laryngoscopy
Also known as: rigid laryngoscopy, telescope laryngoscopy, diagnostic rigid laryngoscopy
Diagnostic laryngoscopic examination of the larynx using a rigid laryngoscope with telescopic magnification for visualization of laryngeal structures and pathology assessment.
In Plain Language
examining voice box with rigid scope
Clinical Context
Diagnostic procedure used to evaluate laryngeal pathology, vocal cord mobility, and airway status. Rigid scopes provide excellent visualization compared to flexible scopes.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.92 |
| Total RVU | 0.92 |
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 0.92, this code ranks in the 4th percentile among Surgery codes — 8.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 31575?
CPT 31575 (Diagnostic laryngoscopy) is a Surgery code. Diagnostic laryngoscopic examination of the larynx using a rigid laryngoscope with telescopic magnification for visualization of laryngeal structures and pathology assessment.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 31575?
The work RVU for CPT 31575 is 0.92. This code is primarily used by Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, General Surgery.
When is CPT 31575 used?
Diagnostic procedure used to evaluate laryngeal pathology, vocal cord mobility, and airway status. Rigid scopes provide excellent visualization compared to flexible scopes.
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