31584 Laryngoplasty fracture rdctj fixation
Also known as: laryngoplasty with fixation, laryngeal reduction and fixation, laryngeal reduction
Laryngoplasty for treatment of laryngeal stenosis or airway obstruction with reduction, fixation, or manipulation of laryngeal structures to restore airway patency.
In Plain Language
repositioning and securing voice box structures
Clinical Context
Surgical reconstruction for laryngeal stenosis involving repositioning and fixation of laryngeal cartilage and soft tissues to enlarge airway while preserving voice function.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.14 |
| Total RVU | 17.14 |
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 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 17.14, this code ranks in the 77th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 31584?
CPT 31584 (Laryngoplasty fracture rdctj fixation) is a Surgery code. Laryngoplasty for treatment of laryngeal stenosis or airway obstruction with reduction, fixation, or manipulation of laryngeal structures to restore airway patency.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 31584?
The work RVU for CPT 31584 is 17.14. This code is primarily used by Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Pediatric Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 31584 used?
Surgical reconstruction for laryngeal stenosis involving repositioning and fixation of laryngeal cartilage and soft tissues to enlarge airway while preserving voice function.
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