31654 Bronchial ebus ivntj perph lesion
Also known as: additional EBUS-guided biopsy, supplemental lesion aspiration
Add-on code for each additional site of endobronchial ultrasound-guided transbronchial needle aspiration of peripheral lung lesions during the same bronchoscopy.
In Plain Language
taking additional guided biopsies from lung areas
Clinical Context
Used when multiple peripheral lung lesions require EBUS-guided sampling in the same procedure.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.37 |
| Total RVU | 1.37 |
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 1.37, this code ranks in the 8th percentile among Surgery codes — 5.8x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 31654?
CPT 31654 (Bronchial ebus ivntj perph lesion) is a Surgery code. Add-on code for each additional site of endobronchial ultrasound-guided transbronchial needle aspiration of peripheral lung lesions during the same bronchoscopy.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 31654?
The work RVU for CPT 31654 is 1.37. This code is primarily used by Pulmonology, Oncology, Interventional Pulmonology.
When is CPT 31654 used?
Used when multiple peripheral lung lesions require EBUS-guided sampling in the same procedure.
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