31630 Bronchoscopy dilate/fracture repair
Also known as: bronchial dilation, airway dilation, stenosis repair
Bronchoscopy with dilation and repair or fixation of airway stenosis or stricture to restore airway patency and improve ventilation.
In Plain Language
widening narrowed airways through scope
Clinical Context
Performed for airway stenosis from intubation, malignancy, external compression, or inflammatory conditions. May require repeated procedures or stent placement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.71 |
| Total RVU | 3.71 |
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 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 3.71, this code ranks in the 26th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.2x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 31630?
CPT 31630 (Bronchoscopy dilate/fracture repair) is a Surgery code. Bronchoscopy with dilation and repair or fixation of airway stenosis or stricture to restore airway patency and improve ventilation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 31630?
The work RVU for CPT 31630 is 3.71. This code is primarily used by Pulmonology, Critical Care, Otolaryngology.
When is CPT 31630 used?
Performed for airway stenosis from intubation, malignancy, external compression, or inflammatory conditions. May require repeated procedures or stent placement.
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