31627 Navigational bronchoscopy
Also known as: navigational bronchoscopy, electromagnetic navigation, guided bronchoscopy
Navigational bronchoscopy using electromagnetic navigation technology or other guidance systems to access small or peripheral lung lesions with improved diagnostic yield.
In Plain Language
using computer guidance to reach lung lesions
Clinical Context
Performed to improve diagnostic sampling of small peripheral pulmonary lesions that are difficult to access with standard bronchoscopy, increasing diagnostic sensitivity.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.95 |
| Total RVU | 1.95 |
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. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 1.95, this code ranks in the 13th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 31627?
CPT 31627 (Navigational bronchoscopy) is a Surgery code. Navigational bronchoscopy using electromagnetic navigation technology or other guidance systems to access small or peripheral lung lesions with improved diagnostic yield.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 31627?
The work RVU for CPT 31627 is 1.95. This code is primarily used by Pulmonology, Interventional Radiology, Oncology.
When is CPT 31627 used?
Performed to improve diagnostic sampling of small peripheral pulmonary lesions that are difficult to access with standard bronchoscopy, increasing diagnostic sensitivity.
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