31592 Cricotracheal resection
Also known as: cricotracheal resection, laryngotracheal resection, stenosis resection
Surgical resection of stenotic or damaged cricoid and upper tracheal segments with end-to-end reconstruction, performed for severe laryngotracheal stenosis unresponsive to other treatments.
Clinical Context
Performed for severe laryngotracheal stenosis (acquired from prolonged intubation, caustic ingestion, trauma, or radiation) when other reconstructive options have failed.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 24.38 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 17.90 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.56 |
| Total RVU | 45.84 |
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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