31631 Bronchoscopy dilate with stent
Also known as: bronchial stent placement, airway stenting, bronchial stent insertion
Bronchoscopy with dilation of an airway stricture or stenosis followed by placement of a stent (expandable mesh or plastic tube) to maintain airway patency.
Clinical Context
Performed for malignant or benign airway stenosis that recurs despite dilation. Stents may be temporary (removable) or permanent depending on underlying pathology.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.25 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.25 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.48 |
| Total RVU | 5.98 |
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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