31899 Unlisted procedures trachea bronchi
Also known as: unlisted tracheal procedure, unspecified trachea-bronchi surgery
Unlisted procedure code for surgical services on the trachea and bronchi not otherwise specified by another CPT code, used for novel or uncommon surgical techniques.
In Plain Language
other trachea or windpipe surgery
Clinical Context
Used when a surgical intervention on the trachea or bronchi does not fit standard CPT code definitions, requiring individual review and documentation.
RVU Information
CPT 31899 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
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
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Surgery category, 3% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 31899?
CPT 31899 (Unlisted procedures trachea bronchi) is a Surgery code. Unlisted procedure code for surgical services on the trachea and bronchi not otherwise specified by another CPT code, used for novel or uncommon surgical techniques.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 31899?
The work RVU for CPT 31899 is 0.00. This code is primarily used by Thoracic Surgery.
When is CPT 31899 used?
Used when a surgical intervention on the trachea or bronchi does not fit standard CPT code definitions, requiring individual review and documentation.
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