42960 Control throat bleeding
Also known as: pharyngeal bleeding control, throat hemorrhage control
Control of hemorrhage (bleeding) from the pharynx (throat) via transoral approach with simple hemostasis technique.
In Plain Language
stopping throat bleeding; throat hemorrhage treatment
Clinical Context
Emergency procedure for acute pharyngeal hemorrhage from various causes including post-operative bleeding, ulceration, or vessel erosion. Simple hemostasis via transoral approach.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.32 |
| Total RVU | 2.32 |
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 10-day global period — follow-up visits within 10 days of the procedure are included in the reimbursement. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 2.32, this code ranks in the 16th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 42960?
CPT 42960 (Control throat bleeding) is a Surgery code. Control of hemorrhage (bleeding) from the pharynx (throat) via transoral approach with simple hemostasis technique.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 42960?
The work RVU for CPT 42960 is 2.32. This code is primarily used by Otolaryngology, Emergency Medicine. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 42960 used?
Emergency procedure for acute pharyngeal hemorrhage from various causes including post-operative bleeding, ulceration, or vessel erosion. Simple hemostasis via transoral approach.
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