31600 Planned tracheostomy
Also known as: tracheostomy, tracheal stoma, planned trache
Planned tracheostomy in a patient age 2 years or older, creating a permanent or semi-permanent opening into the trachea below the larynx for long-term airway management.
Clinical Context
Performed electively for patients requiring long-term mechanical ventilation, severe airway obstruction, recurrent aspiration, or inability to protect airway (stroke, neuromuscular disease).
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.42 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.69 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.07 |
| Total RVU | 8.18 |
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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