31717 Bronchial brush biopsy
Also known as: bronchial brush biopsy, brushing biopsy, airway brush sampling
Bronchoscopy with brush biopsy of bronchial or lung tissue using a specialized brush to obtain cellular material for histologic or cytologic examination.
Clinical Context
Performed for suspected malignancy, infections, or inflammatory conditions when cellular sampling is needed for diagnosis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.07 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.93 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.18 |
| Total RVU | 9.18 |
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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