31645 Brnchsc with therapy aspiration first
Also known as: therapeutic suctioning, airway clearance via bronch, therapeutic aspiration
Bronchoscopy with therapeutic aspiration of secretions, mucus, blood, or other material from the bronchial tree for airway clearance and improvement of ventilation.
Clinical Context
Performed in patients with impaired airway clearance due to thick secretions, aspiration, hemorrhage, or altered consciousness causing hypoxemia or respiratory compromise.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.81 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.13 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.29 |
| Total RVU | 9.23 |
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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