31637 Bronchoscopy stent add-on
Also known as: additional stent placement, supplemental bronchial stent
Add-on code for each additional bronchial stent placed beyond the initial stent during the same bronchoscopy procedure for multi-level airway obstruction.
In Plain Language
placing extra tubes in airways
Clinical Context
Used when multiple stents are needed in different airway segments to address multi-level obstruction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.54 |
| Total RVU | 1.54 |
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 1.54, this code ranks in the 10th percentile among Surgery codes — 5.2x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 31637?
CPT 31637 (Bronchoscopy stent add-on) is a Surgery code. Add-on code for each additional bronchial stent placed beyond the initial stent during the same bronchoscopy procedure for multi-level airway obstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 31637?
The work RVU for CPT 31637 is 1.54. This code is primarily used by Pulmonology, Oncology, Critical Care.
When is CPT 31637 used?
Used when multiple stents are needed in different airway segments to address multi-level obstruction.
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