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31770 Repair/graft of bronchus

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: bronchus repair, bronchial graft

Surgical repair or graft of a damaged bronchus, typically performed to restore continuity and function of the bronchial tube following injury, stenosis, or defect.

Clinical Context

Used for traumatic bronchial injuries, post-pneumonectomy complications, or congenital bronchial defects requiring restoration of normal anatomy and function.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU22.95
Practice Expense RVU8.80
Malpractice RVU5.77
Total RVU37.52

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,253.17

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Thoracic SurgeryPulmonology

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