31638 Bronchoscopy revise stent
Also known as: stent revision, stent replacement, stent repositioning
Bronchoscopy with revision, repositioning, removal, or replacement of a previously placed bronchial stent due to migration, malfunction, restenosis, or stent failure.
Clinical Context
Performed when previously placed stents fail, migrate, become occluded, or require repositioning. Common complication of airway stenting requiring intervention.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.76 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.32 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.48 |
| Total RVU | 6.56 |
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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