31610 Tracheostomy fenest skin flp
Also known as: fenestrated tracheostomy, tracheostomy fenestration, speaking valve placement
Tracheostomy with fenestration (creation of an opening or window in the tracheostomy tube) and skin flap reconstruction to allow air passage through natural airway while maintaining tracheostomy option.
Clinical Context
Performed to allow patients with tracheostomy to speak more effectively while maintaining airway protection through the tracheostomy during high aspiration risk situations.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 11.70 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 12.15 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.92 |
| Total RVU | 25.77 |
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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