31770 Repair/graft of bronchus
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.
In Plain Language
airway repair; bronchus fix
Clinical Context
Used for traumatic bronchial injuries, post-pneumonectomy complications, or congenital bronchial defects requiring restoration of normal anatomy and function.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 22.95 |
| Total RVU | 22.95 |
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. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 22.95, this code ranks in the 86th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.9x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 31770?
CPT 31770 (Repair/graft of bronchus) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair or graft of a damaged bronchus, typically performed to restore continuity and function of the bronchial tube following injury, stenosis, or defect.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 31770?
The work RVU for CPT 31770 is 22.95. This code is primarily used by Thoracic Surgery, Pulmonology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 31770 used?
Used for traumatic bronchial injuries, post-pneumonectomy complications, or congenital bronchial defects requiring restoration of normal anatomy and function.
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